That’s right, it’s time to remember what it was like to enjoy some free time without looking at a screen! Turn off the television, put down the cellphone and shut off the computer, after you finish reading this article of course. Not too long ago, a screenless day was easy to accomplish so let’s start using our free time to embrace technology free ways to enjoy each day.
For some incentive to start spending at least part of each day screen free, reducing screen time can help with more than giving our eyes a rest, such as:
- Improving physical health
- Helping to decrease obesity
- Improving mood
Now let’s get into all the screenless ways to enjoy your free time!
- Meditate
The perfect way to start the day without opening your eyes to a glowing screen is to practice meditation. Wake up and make meditating the first activity of the day by finding a quiet, comfortable place to sit or lay down. Ease into daily meditation by spending 5-10 minutes in your designated quiet place to focus on doing nothing but deep breathing.
- Journal
Instead of scrolling endlessly through apps and webpages, try to take at least 30-minutes every day to write in a journal or diary. There are tons of benefits when you keep a journal that might surprise you. Journaling is a great way to self-reflect, set goals, record ideas, relieve stress and inspire creativity.
- Go for a Walk
Turn off any screens, get up and get moving! Whether you need a break from work, life, family or roommates, there is no better way to clear your mind than by getting outside for some fresh air. Keep it simple and take a stroll around the block or make a list of local parks that you can visit for some screenless time outdoors.
- Try a New Activity
The best way to avoid screens is to do a fun activity instead. For instance, there are endless ways to use something as simple as yarn to let your creativity take over the next you find yourself with some free time. Instead of wasting time binge watching shows and movies, engage your brain in a fun activity like knitting to help reduce stress while making something you can be proud of.
There is no time like the present to entertain yourself by embracing a new skill like knitting. Start small and pick beginner level project ideas, like knitting a scarf or coasters for your table.
- Do a Puzzle
Embrace the days before technology took over by enjoying a classic pastime activity and put your brain to work with a puzzle. The best part, working on a puzzle can be an individual or group activity. There are many different types of puzzles to choose from for screenless free time fun, such as:
- Crossword puzzles
- Jigsaw puzzles
- Sudoku puzzles
Turn free time into a way to keep your brain sharp by testing your skills with a puzzle. Now shut off any electronics and pick the first way you want to enjoy some screenless free time!
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