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 24 Hour Unplug Challenge

I was unable to attend an event this time around, so chose to use the 24 hour unplug challenge as an event. I made sure to notify my friends and family beforehand that I will be off my devices for 24 hours. This challenge "provides an opportunity to reset and refocus appreciation and gratitude for the lives we have been given"(Becker 24).

The power of digital detoxing


On Sunday June 6th, I unplugged my devices and took note of my activities and feelings during the day. I had a very productive day and felt like I got a lot of things done. I was able to end the day with two tennis practice sessions, a nap, a fitness session, and some time with my friends. Here is my full log...



"In the US, average screen time per day hit 7 hours and 3 minutes"(Backlinko Team 2024). My usual screen time is around 3.5 hours a day, but I know that most people are addicted to their devices and may have trouble staying off their screens. Too much screen time is known to, "raise the likelihood of obesity, sleep disorders, and mental health conditions"(Muppalla 2023).

This challenge might be associated with the concept of "two cultures," since it draws attention to the differences between the humanities and sciences. The challenge encourages people to put down their devices and engage in human-centered activities such as outdoor exercise, reading, and socializing. The time away from technology emphasizes how important it is to for people to find a balance between technology use and the important aspects of our lives such as critical thinking, and physical well-being.


The Incredible Benefits of Switching Off Your Phone and Going OutsidePick the Brain | Motivation and Self Improvement


I would recommend trying this event because it really makes you realize how unproductive your days become due to devices. Without your devices, you will be able to put in much more time into the things you value in your life. Go outside and explore the world around you! 


Works Cited:

Becker, J. (2024) 7 important reasons to UNPLUG, Find space, and fight technology addiction, Becoming Minimalist. Available at: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/unplug-please/#:~:text=Powering%2Ddown%20for%20a%20period,happy%20without%20all%20the%20screens. (Accessed: 04 June 2024). 

Muppalla, S.K. et al. (2023) Effects of excessive screen time on Child development: An updated review and strategies for Management, Cureus. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10353947/#:~:text=Additionally%2C%20excessive%20screen%20usage%20has,conditions%20including%20depression%20and%20anxiety. (Accessed: 04 June 2024). 

Revealing average screen time statistics for 2024 (2024) Backlinko. Available at: https://backlinko.com/screen-time-statistics# (Accessed: 04 June 2024). 


Images Cited:

The incredible benefits of switching off your phone and going outside (2018) Pick the Brain | Motivation and Self Improvement. Available at: https://www.pickthebrain.com/blog/the-incredible-benefits-of-switching-off-your-phone-and-going-outside/ (Accessed: 04 June 2024). 

Wooddell, B. (2023) Unplugging to recharge: The power of digital detoxing, WFLA. Available at: https://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/unplugging-to-recharge-the-power-of-digital-detoxing/ (Accessed: 04 June 2024). 


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