Emma, a remote worker, struggled with excessive screen time and digital fatigue. By setting boundaries, taking screen-free breaks, and engaging in offline activities, she found balance, improved well-being, and embraced the Joy of Missing Out (JOMO).

Keeping your phone in another room while working enhances focus and productivity by eliminating distractions. Research supports this, showing significant cognitive benefits. Implementing this simple strategy creates a conducive environment for deep work, leading to more effective and efficient task completion. 🚀📵

Explore the importance of self-regulation for achieving lasting digital wellness. Learn why relying solely on blocking software is insufficient and discover practical strategies to develop self-control, balance your tech use, and enhance your overall well-being.

Discover how to reclaim your focus and productivity in the digital age. Learn expert strategies to combat distractions, manage screen time, and overcome "Popcorn Brain" for a healthier, more focused mind.

To achieve digital wellness, begin your day without screens, regularly audit apps, customize notifications, set social media boundaries, have tech-free meals, take physical activity breaks, establish a digital curfew, reflect on habits, schedule tech time, create balanced workspaces, and use digital wellbeing apps.

COVID-19 transformed work life, shifting many to remote work and introducing digital presenteeism—the pressure to be constantly visible online. 📱 This impacts mental health and productivity. 🧘‍♀️ Solutions include asynchronous work models and clear communication from leadership, emphasizing trust and user-friendly technology for a healthier remote work environment. 🌟

Exploring the evolution of smartphones, the article advocates for embracing minimalist devices like 'The Lightphone' (Dumb phones) to combat excessive screen time. It emphasizes discernment in app usage and cultivating a balanced relationship with technology for improved well-being and productivity

Wearing busyness as a badge is common, but it's detrimental. Research shows our schedules are increasingly packed. To combat this, we need to prioritize relaxation, mindfulness, exercise, nature exposure, and social connections. Managing time, delegating tasks, setting realistic goals, and providing support are crucial. Balancing busyness is essential for well-being and productivity.

I co-authored this along with Marcey Rader on ‘breaking free from the busy badge’.

The article advocates for introducing friction to digital habits to foster mindfulness. By removing social media apps, using web versions, and implementing additional login barriers, it promotes conscious tech use for a balanced life.

Struggling to focus due to screen distractions? Overwhelmed by screen time? You're not alone. Take control with awareness, behavior change, and consistency. Start by assessing screen time, reflecting on habits, experimenting with tools, and establishing consistent routines. Prioritize digital wellness for academic success and happiness. Contact Rijul Arora for personalized assistance.

To enhance meeting productivity, carefully curate the invite list, avoiding unnecessary attendees. Virtual meetings suffer when too many people are included; the "magic number" is seven. Exclude non-contributors to foster engagement and minimize multitasking.

I co-authored this along with Marcey Rader on how to make meetings productive with magic number 7.

The attention economy, driven by digital platforms, impacts productivity and mental health. Excessive screen time correlates with mental health issues. Managing this requires digital mindfulness, setting boundaries, endorsing ethical platforms, and fostering a culture of digital wellness for future generations.

Body doubling, partnering with a motivating companion, aids productivity despite limited research. Benefits include task modeling, accountability, and enhanced focus, targeting executive functions.

I co-authored this along with Marcey Rader unlocking the power of body doubling.

Many love coffee, with 64% of American adults having it daily. Waiting an hour before your first cup boosts cognitive benefits, aligning with cortisol peaks for heightened alertness and focus. Consuming coffee during peak cortisol undermines its effects and may lead to tolerance. Timing matters for maximizing coffee's cognitive benefits.

I co-authored this along with Marcey Rader explaining the productive secret: waiting to drink coffee.

Transform your inbox chaos with practical strategies: work offline, use Boomerang for Gmail, adopt Outlook's Work Offline feature. Implement time-blocking, create sub-folders, set rules/filters, silence notifications, and strategically delay email delivery for enhanced productivity.

I co-authored this along with Marcey Rader explaining the 6 surprising email management hacks

Decision fatigue is a common problem that can lead to poor decision-making, impulsivity, and procrastination. There are a number of things you can do to reduce decision fatigue, such as simplifying your routine, decluttering your space, and reducing distractions.

I co-authored this along with Marcey Rader explaining 5 ways to reduce decision fatigue.

Walking meetings offer more than just physical benefits; they boost brain function and enhance work relationships. The prevalence of prolonged sitting is compared to the health risks of smoking. Walking meetings break down hierarchies, fostering openness and creativity. Renowned leaders like Steve Jobs employed this approach, and client success stories illustrate its effectiveness in important discussions.

I co-authored this along with Marcey Rader explaining benefits of walking meetings!

The article discusses six compelling reasons to use "Do Not Disturb" mode on your phone for improved productivity and well-being. It addresses issues like reducing distractions, increasing productivity, better sleep, enhanced focus, reduced stress, and privacy. This feature allows users to control notifications and improve their overall quality of life.

I co-authored this along with Marcey Rader explaining 6 reasons to start using do not disturb mode on your phone!

Distractibility at work is common (84.4%), with coworkers being a top distraction. Visible signs like a "Focus Mode" indicator can help, along with techniques like the Pomodoro Technique and meditation. Prioritizing, motivation, and calming music aid concentration. Successful individuals stress the importance of focus.

I co-authored an article along with Marcey Rader explaining techniques top performers use to stay focused at work!

Saying 'no' can be challenging, but it's crucial. Many agree reluctantly to avoid discomfort. Use strategies like templates, guardrails, and budgets. Practice and value your time, outsource when possible, don't apologize excessively, set boundaries, and offer alternatives. Be sincere in your rejections. Mastering 'no' reduces stress and prioritizes what matters.

I co-authored an article along with Marcey Rader explaining 3 easy ways to say no!