Self-care: 10 Tips for Digital Detox
Reconnect with What Matters
In a world that never stops scrolling, sometimes the most radical act of self-care is… doing nothing at all. We’re inviting you to pause. To power down. To step away from the screens and lean into the quiet.
Think of it as a gentle digital detox - an invitation to reconnect with yourself, your space, and the moments that matter most.
Set Screen-Free Boundaries in Your Day
A digital detox doesn’t have to be extreme. It’s the small moments that make a difference - tiny shifts that help you reclaim your attention, calm your nervous system, and find more space to breathe.
Here are a few easy, screen-free boundaries to help bring more presence into your day:
Wake Up Without Wi-Fi
Start your day tech-free for the first 30 minutes. Leave your phone on airplane mode or in another room. Instead, open a window, light a candle, stretch. Let your morning begin slowly—anchored in breath, light, and intention rather than notifications.
Designate ‘No Phone’ Zones
Pick one room in your home where screens are off-limits. The bedroom is a great place to start. Make it a true sanctuary—filled with soft textures, gentle lighting, and calming aromas. No scrolling, just stillness.
Unplug to Power Down
Set a screen curfew at least one hour before bed. Dim the lights, spritz a calming mist, light your favorite scent. Let your body know it’s time to rest. Swapping blue light for candlelight is one of the most underrated forms of self-care.
Choose One Offline Window Each Week
It could be an afternoon, a morning, or even a full day - completely offline. No social media, no emails, no pressure. Just space.
Create New Off-Screen Practices
Create a Morning Ritual
Choose one nourishing practice to start your day:
- Open your window and stretch
- Take a deep breath and enjoy the morning light on your face
- Make a cup of tea mindfully
- Journal a few lines
- Sit with a calming scent
- Step outside, even just to feel the air
These small rituals ground you in the present and set the tone for a day that feels like yours.
Take a Lunchtime Scroll Break (Without Scrolling)
Step away from your desk. Leave your phone behind. Go for a walk. Cook something simple. Sit outside if you can. Just 15–30 minutes of offline time during the day can help reset your focus and lift your mood.
Practice Self-Care
Taking care of yourself is another way to build rituals that reduce stress and support your mental health.
Tools to Support Your Digital Detox
Light a candle at dusk. Choose grounding scents like sandalwood, frankincense, or cedar. These aromas signal to your brain that it’s time to slow down.
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Explore calming blends like Before Sleep, Indian Sandalwood, or Sleep Happy—each one a small act of wellbeing. Or browse our full Relax & Unwind range.
