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Stop Scrolling. Start Living: A Real Talk on Digital Detoxing

Stop Scrolling. Start Living: A Real Talk on Digital Detoxing

Why doomscrolling is stealing your peace, how a digital detox can give it back, and simple swaps that help you reclaim your time, mind, and home.

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Jul 09, 2025
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We’ve all been there—just checking Instagram “for a minute,” and suddenly it’s 45 minutes later, your coffee is cold, your to-do list hasn’t been touched, and oftentimes there’s even someone else in the room being ignored. Welcome to the crazy whirlwind of doomscrolling, the mindless habit of consuming negative or unproductive content that leaves you feeling … worse, definitely not better.

Let’s chat about it! Your time, energy, and attention are so precious. We talk about this all the time. It’s why our team and our brand encourage prioritizing and planning, actually scheduling time for what matters most. You deserve more than algorithms and secondhand stress. And while a digital detox might sound extreme, it’s actually one of the most powerful ways to take back control and reconnect with your creativity, your people, and your peace of mind.

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