WHILE the idea of a “digital detox” sounds dreamy when your inbox is inundated and you’re tired of your iPhone being your lifeline, the reality for most is that a total refrain is unrealistic – and that’s not such a bad thing.
We live in a world that – while we would all admit can be too heavily reliant on emails (sleeping with your phone under your pillow, anyone?) – is hugely enhanced by the advancements in the digital stratosphere; a positive, not a negative. From finding that recommended local restaurant when you arrive in a new city to navigating your way around unfamiliar terrain, a 4G connection can make things a lot more easier, interesting and entertaining.
So rather than hide away your iPhone, tablet or laptop under lock and key this summer, a little prep work will help ensure a healthy distance from the digital world, without going completely cold turkey, as well as save you money, data, and – most importantly – head space.
