DIGITAL DETOX Mastering Screen Balance for Mental Wellness in a Hyperconnected World

By Ives Visagie
In a world dominated by screens, notifications, and constant connectivity, it's all too easy to lose control of our digital lives. We find ourselves endlessly scrolling, overstimulated, and mentally exhausted-often at the expense of our mental health, relationships, and personal well-being. "Digital Detox: Mastering Screen Balance for Mental Wellness in a Hyperconnected World" by Ives Visagie is a comprehensive guide to reclaiming control over your technology use and fostering a healthier, more balanced relationship with the digital world.
This book is designed for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the demands of modern technology and seeking a more mindful, intentional approach to digital interactions. Whether you're dealing with work emails that invade your personal time, social media platforms that fuel stress and comparison, or the general sense of burnout from constant screen exposure, this book provides practical strategies to restore balance.
Ives Visagie offers a step-by-step digital detox game plan, spread across six months, to help you gradually reduce digital fatigue and create lasting habits that prioritize well-being. Each chapter addresses different aspects of digital wellness, from creating tech-free zones in your home to setting boundaries with social media, and incorporates tools such as mindfulness practices and intentional goal-setting to keep you on track.
What You'll Learn:How to conduct a comprehensive digital self-audit to understand your current technology habits.The importance of setting boundaries around screen time and creating digital-free spaces that promote relaxation, creativity, and focus.How to develop morning and evening routines that prioritize mental clarity and well-being, without relying on screens.Ways to integrate mindfulness into your digital interactions, ensuring that your technology use is intentional and purposeful.How to incorporate regular digital detox rituals-such as tech-free days-into your routine, helping you recharge and reconnect with yourself and others.Strategies for future-proofing your digital wellness, preparing you to navigate the challenges posed by emerging technologies such as AI, VR, and wearable devices.With a focus on long-term digital wellness, Ives Visagie provides readers with actionable advice that goes beyond quick fixes and short-term detoxes. His approach is holistic, addressing both the mental and physical aspects of digital overload, and adaptable, ensuring that you can apply the strategies to your unique lifestyle.
Whether you are a professional struggling with work-life balance, a parent concerned about your family's screen habits, or simply someone seeking to live a more present, intentional life, "Digital Detox" offers the tools you need to reclaim your time, focus, and peace of mind.
It's time to take control of your digital world, rather than letting it control you. "Digital Detox" provides the roadmap for a healthier, more intentional relationship with technology that will transform how you engage with the modern world.