November 20, 2025 • 4 mins
Episode Description:. Discover the transformative journey of one individual as they embrace a healthier approach towards digital habits in this enlightening episode of The Digital Detox. Learn practical tips, strategies, and insights that can help you regain control over your screen time, boost productivity, and reconnect with the real world.
Key Takeaways:.
- The impact of excessive screen time on mental and physical health
- Tips for managing digital distractions effectively
- Strategies for fostering a balanced digital lifestyle
- The benefits of setting boundaries around technology use
Target Audience:. Individuals seeking to improve their relationship with technology, enhance productivity, and promote overall well-being. Professionals, students, parents, and anyone interested in digital health will find this episode valuable.
Episode Tags:. Digital Detox, Screen Time Management, Productivity, Mental Health, Balanced Lifestyle, Wellness, Technology Addiction, Mindfulness.
Podcast Category:. Health & Fitness Mental Health, Society & Culture Self-Improvement.
Socials:. Join the movement at https://x.com/NovosPositivity (@NovosPositivity) on Twitter for daily doses of positivity, motivation, and inspiration.
Subscribe to The Digital Detox, and Share the podcast with your friends, and bring more mindfulness, energy, and positivity into your life every day.
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Key Takeaways:.
- The impact of excessive screen time on mental and physical health
- Tips for managing digital distractions effectively
- Strategies for fostering a balanced digital lifestyle
- The benefits of setting boundaries around technology use
Target Audience:. Individuals seeking to improve their relationship with technology, enhance productivity, and promote overall well-being. Professionals, students, parents, and anyone interested in digital health will find this episode valuable.
Episode Tags:. Digital Detox, Screen Time Management, Productivity, Mental Health, Balanced Lifestyle, Wellness, Technology Addiction, Mindfulness.
Podcast Category:. Health & Fitness Mental Health, Society & Culture Self-Improvement.
Socials:. Join the movement at https://x.com/NovosPositivity (@NovosPositivity) on Twitter for daily doses of positivity, motivation, and inspiration.
Subscribe to The Digital Detox, and Share the podcast with your friends, and bring more mindfulness, energy, and positivity into your life every day.
This podcast is created with the help of advanced AI to deliver thoughtful affirmations and positive messages just for you.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Yo, what's up? Fam? Zaiden Cruz here coming at you
live from my phone, which I might put down for
like five seconds after this. Listen. We gotta talk about
something real, something close to home, something that's basically running
our lives. The digital world, you know, the place where
likes our currency and fomo is a full time job. Yeah,
(00:20):
that one. It's amazing, it's addictive, and sometimes it's kind
of draining your soul. Ever, feel like you scroll, scroll, scroll,
and then blink realizing you haven't actually lived anything but
this little screen. Trust me, I get it. My therapist
would say, I have a complex relationship with the Internet.
Let's just call it what it is, addiction. But here's
(00:42):
the tea. I'm on a mission to reclaim my digital life.
It hasn't been easy, fam, but I've learned some valuable
lessons along the way that could seriously level up your
own relationship with the digital world. So buckle up, cause
this ain't no boring lecture. It's real talk, raw and unfiltered,
just like our generation deserves. First things first awareness, We
(01:03):
got to know what we're dealing with. Write track your
screen time seriously, use those built in apps to see
how much time you spend scrolling, you might be surprised,
like maybe even shocked, at how many hours disappear into
the abyss of TikTok and Instagram. Once you've got that intel,
it's time to set some boundaries. Decide what apps are essential,
(01:23):
which ones can go on a digital DDoS themselves, and
how long you'll spend in each one. Think of it
like budgeting for your mental health. Second up, curate your feed.
We're bombarded with content every single day. Influencers promoting stuff
we don't need, political arguments that make us want to
scream into the void, endless comparisons to lives that are
probably not even real. Choose who you follow. Wisely follow
(01:46):
accounts that inspire you, educate you, or just make you laugh.
Unfollow anyone who brings you down or triggers those negative vibes.
Your feed is your world, Make it a good one. Third,
find offline activities. Remember those things humans used to do
before smartphones, like talking to people face to face, going
for walks in the sunshine, picking up a book that
(02:07):
isn't just a mean compilation. Yeah, those things still exist.
Find something you enjoy doing outside the digital realm and
make time for it. Trust me. Your brain will thank you.
Fourth prioritize real connections. We spend so much time connecting online,
but sometimes we forget about the people who are right
there with us. Put down your phone and have a
genuine conversation with a friend or family member. Go out
(02:31):
for coffee, play a game, have a dance party in
your living room. Whatever it takes to unplug and connect
with those you love and finally give yourself grace. Let's
be real, this whole digital detox thing is hard. There
will be times when you slip up, reach for your phone,
out of habit, or get sucked into the scroll hole again.
Don't beat yourself up about it. Just acknowledge it, learn
(02:52):
from it, and keep trying. Every little step counts. Let
me tell you a story. Last week, I was scrolling
through Instagram like my life depended on it. It obviously didn't.
When I realized I hadn't actually spoken to a human
being all day, I looked up at the clock. It
was three pm and I was starving. Instead of ordering takeout,
my usual go to, I decided to do something different.
(03:15):
I called my mom. We chatted for an hour about
everything and nothing. It felt so good to just connect
with someone on a real level. The point is we
all have those moments where we get sucked into the
digital vortex. But by being mindful of our habits, setting boundaries,
and prioritizing real life connections, we can reclaim our time, energy,
and sanity. Remember, fam life happens offline too. So there
(03:39):
you have it, my journey to a healthier relationship with
the digital world. It's been a wild ride, but trust me,
it's worth it. Now, go out there, unplug and live
your best life. Don't forget to hit that follow button,
Leave a review, and share this episode with anyone who
needs a digital detox themselves. You know what they say.
Information is powered, but real life connections are everything. And hey,
(04:03):
if you're feeling brave, dm me and tell me about
your own digital detox journey. Let's support each other in
this crazy world of ours. Peace out. This podcast is
created with the help of advanced AI to deliver thoughtful
affirmations and positive messages just for you.
Yo, what's up? Fam? Zaiden Cruz here coming at you
live from my phone, which I might put down for
like five seconds after this. Listen. We gotta talk about
something real, something close to home, something that's basically running
our lives. The digital world, you know, the place where
likes our currency and fomo is a full time job. Yeah,
(00:20):
that one. It's amazing, it's addictive, and sometimes it's kind
of draining your soul. Ever, feel like you scroll, scroll, scroll,
and then blink realizing you haven't actually lived anything but
this little screen. Trust me, I get it. My therapist
would say, I have a complex relationship with the Internet.
Let's just call it what it is, addiction. But here's
(00:42):
the tea. I'm on a mission to reclaim my digital life.
It hasn't been easy, fam, but I've learned some valuable
lessons along the way that could seriously level up your
own relationship with the digital world. So buckle up, cause
this ain't no boring lecture. It's real talk, raw and unfiltered,
just like our generation deserves. First things first awareness, We
(01:03):
got to know what we're dealing with. Write track your
screen time seriously, use those built in apps to see
how much time you spend scrolling, you might be surprised,
like maybe even shocked, at how many hours disappear into
the abyss of TikTok and Instagram. Once you've got that intel,
it's time to set some boundaries. Decide what apps are essential,
(01:23):
which ones can go on a digital DDoS themselves, and
how long you'll spend in each one. Think of it
like budgeting for your mental health. Second up, curate your feed.
We're bombarded with content every single day. Influencers promoting stuff
we don't need, political arguments that make us want to
scream into the void, endless comparisons to lives that are
probably not even real. Choose who you follow. Wisely follow
(01:46):
accounts that inspire you, educate you, or just make you laugh.
Unfollow anyone who brings you down or triggers those negative vibes.
Your feed is your world, Make it a good one. Third,
find offline activities. Remember those things humans used to do
before smartphones, like talking to people face to face, going
for walks in the sunshine, picking up a book that
(02:07):
isn't just a mean compilation. Yeah, those things still exist.
Find something you enjoy doing outside the digital realm and
make time for it. Trust me. Your brain will thank you.
Fourth prioritize real connections. We spend so much time connecting online,
but sometimes we forget about the people who are right
there with us. Put down your phone and have a
genuine conversation with a friend or family member. Go out
(02:31):
for coffee, play a game, have a dance party in
your living room. Whatever it takes to unplug and connect
with those you love and finally give yourself grace. Let's
be real, this whole digital detox thing is hard. There
will be times when you slip up, reach for your phone,
out of habit, or get sucked into the scroll hole again.
Don't beat yourself up about it. Just acknowledge it, learn
(02:52):
from it, and keep trying. Every little step counts. Let
me tell you a story. Last week, I was scrolling
through Instagram like my life depended on it. It obviously didn't.
When I realized I hadn't actually spoken to a human
being all day, I looked up at the clock. It
was three pm and I was starving. Instead of ordering takeout,
my usual go to, I decided to do something different.
(03:15):
I called my mom. We chatted for an hour about
everything and nothing. It felt so good to just connect
with someone on a real level. The point is we
all have those moments where we get sucked into the
digital vortex. But by being mindful of our habits, setting boundaries,
and prioritizing real life connections, we can reclaim our time, energy,
and sanity. Remember, fam life happens offline too. So there
(03:39):
you have it, my journey to a healthier relationship with
the digital world. It's been a wild ride, but trust me,
it's worth it. Now, go out there, unplug and live
your best life. Don't forget to hit that follow button,
Leave a review, and share this episode with anyone who
needs a digital detox themselves. You know what they say.
Information is powered, but real life connections are everything. And hey,
(04:03):
if you're feeling brave, dm me and tell me about
your own digital detox journey. Let's support each other in
this crazy world of ours. Peace out. This podcast is
created with the help of advanced AI to deliver thoughtful
affirmations and positive messages just for you.
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