The buddy system

The buddy system
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Bailey recommends enlisting the help of an accountability partner – perhaps by asking them permission to go online. “It’s embarrassing to have to ask if you can check Instagram,” Bailey says. “You’ll be more likely to stick to your plan.”

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Dear diary…

Dear diary…
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Rather than pacifying your boredom – or other negative emotions – by checking social media, keep a digital-detox journal. Instead of tapping and scrolling, write your feelings down using good old pen and paper. “Journalling is a great way to notice patterns,” Bailey says. “Keep your focus on something meaningful and your boredom will evaporate.” New research also shows that journalling could be the key to happiness.

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Don’t beat yourself up

Don’t beat yourself up
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If you find yourself on your phone before your detox is scheduled to end, simply put it away and try again. Or give yourself a short daily allowance, say 10 minutes, to keep up with essential online tasks.

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Source: RD Canada

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