5 Small Steps To Take To Avoid Digital Overload

Picture this: You’re scrolling your Instagram feeds, maybe catching up on the news, but suddenly, you’re…blank. You read, re-read, try to watch shorts and videos, but nothing works and then! You find yourself exhausted, experiencing something similar to a dull headache or mild confusion.

It’s called a digital overload, which happens when you feel bombarded by digital information, and it’s becoming more common the more connected we are online. Ironically, you’re probably on your phone getting these tips to avoid feeling this way in future (be sure to take a break after this!) Here’s what you need to do:

Take A Break

Yea, we know. This sounds cliche, but this is the most effective way to balance your digital overload. Take a break from your phone, laptop, PC, or whatever of the thousand gadgets that you use. There are many benefits to this:

• Your eyes will relax and release stress
• The UV from screens won’t be deadly for your skin
• Less exposure to exhaustive energies like radiation

Don’t Sink Into Social Swamp

Now, this might sound like a conspiracy theory and kind of ironic coming from a cellular provider, but social media are looking for a way for you to spend more time online. They are looking for ways for you to keep engaged. You will receive notifications, and there will be unique suggestions, especially when you’re inactive or taking a break.

So, you need to learn not to let social media swamp and swallow you. Even if you like the videos, reels, or shorts, try to take a break. As long as you’re disciplined, nothing can break you down.

A Good Night’s Rest

t shouldn’t come as a shocker, but your quality of sleep, and the hours of sleep, will directly affect your mental capacity. Have you ever pulled an all-nighter? Stayed up for a day, the whole night, and maybe more? Remember how dizzy that feels? That’s basically what digital overload feels like, as well.

So, when you rest at night, your brain clears out its mental cache, and just like your device’s processor that needs rest to cool down, your brain cools down. Better start prioritizing that quality of sleep.

Pro tip from Circles.Life: One of the best ways is to stop using gadgets at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before sleep.

Avoid Caffeination

Do you drink coffee or energy drinks? Caffeinated drinks are a great way to kick start your day (and we know how Aussies looove our flat whites), but overdoing it could worsen your digital overload.

Everyone has a different caffeine threshold, so know your body and your limits. Otherwise, you might experience a post-caffeine crash.When this happens, your energy runs out faster than you can regain or balance it. So make sure not to consume caffeine or anything that gets you going too much just to stay active on digital media.

Get Out And Get Lost!

What should you do when you take a break from all this? Well, you could go ahead and engage with your family or closest friends. Call your favourite aunt and drop by for some cake, or meet up with an old friend from school while she’s in town. Prefer being alone? That’s OK too. Cook a new dish, dance, or take a walk in the park.

Bottom Line - It’s All About Moderation

Digital overload is like a hangover you get from drinking and partying too much. And just like that side of your life, you gotta practice moderation in the digital world, as well. If you want to cut down on data, get a plan from Circles.Life that comes with no contract, so you can always change your mind. Here’s to a healthy and balanced life both online and offline!