In the world of binge-watching, one episode turns into a marathon, leaving us drained. While entertaining, excessive bingeing harms sleep, social life, and mental health. Solutions include mindful watching, diversifying activities, and utilizing tech tools for balance and well-being.

I asked ChatGPT ‘Top 8 Motivational Quotes on Screen Time and Digital Wellness’.

It quotes Cal Newport, Anna Lembke, Tristan Harris, and other leading thought leaders in Digital Wellness.

Read this article to know more about ChatGPT’s thoughts.

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’.

I asked ChatGPT to write a Shayari/Shairi (Short Poem) on Screen Time.

The article explores the perils of excessive screen time: friendships fading to likes, emotions replaced by emojis, and the quest for genuine moments.

Read this short poem to know more about ChatGPT’s thoughts.

In the digital age, bingxiety, induced by information overload, grips millions. Strategies like setting goals, evaluating sources, and practicing mindfulness offer relief. By cultivating self-awareness and discernment, individuals can navigate the digital landscape with clarity and confidence.

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.

"Scrollholing," mindless social media scrolling, traps users in time-wasting cycles. Neil Postman highlights technology's dual nature. Reasons include dopamine hits, FOMO, social comparison, and escapism. Consequences: decreased productivity, poor sleep, anxiety, and weakened connections. Solutions: track time, identify triggers, uninstall apps, use features mindfully, practice mindfulness, and seek support. Recognize harmful habits for a healthier digital 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.

Exploring the perils of infobesity in the digital age, the article unveils its roots, real-life impacts, and strategies for combating information overload. From dissecting causes to offering practical solutions, it encourages a mindful approach, urging readers to prioritize quality, balance, and well-being in the information age

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.

The iPhone, symbolizing modern connectivity, introduces "poly-consciousness," altering in-person interactions. Research highlights decreased quality in social encounters. Balancing digital and physical realms is crucial for meaningful connections in the Smartphone era.

The rise of technology has made gadgets essential, but it comes with a hidden consequence: "Tech Neck" or Forward Head Posture. This article explores its real-life impact, early warning signs, and remedies, emphasizing the need for mindfulness, ergonomic adjustments, breaks, stretching exercises, and posture awareness to mitigate its effects. Tech Neck is a reminder to prioritize physical health in our screen-centric lives.

Explore 'Mindful Bytes'—a transformative guide to digital well-being. This daily companion offers reflective statements, encouraging intentional screen time and fostering mindful tech habits. Rediscover joy in mindful living, make small changes for lasting impact, and embark on a journey to a balanced and fulfilling digital existence.

In the age of digital dominance, digital wellness is crucial for a balanced lifestyle. Like diverse diets for physical well-being, digital well-being varies individually. Experimentation is key, involving personalized approaches to screen time, social media, and tech use. Mindful Bytes, a guide by Rijul Arora, promotes a purposeful tech approach, emphasizing personal exploration over strict rules.

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.

I list down my Top 15 lessons learned from 12 months in 2023.

These lessons cover areas like Sports, Health, Self, happiness, relationships, travel, dance, time, self-compassion & much more..

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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.

Mindful Bytes, a daily guide to digital wellness, provides a collection of 50+ inspiring quotes to help readers cultivate a healthy relationship with technology. The book is accessible to everyone, from technology enthusiasts to parents, and offers practical tips for establishing boundaries, promoting mindful usage, and achieving a balanced tech-life.

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