Technology is everywhere — cell phones, laptops, and now artificial intelligence. On the up side, our devices keep us connected and ahead of the game. On the down side, our devices can cause anxiety and even depression. Creating a technology-free time in our schedule can help us reboot in profound ways.

For You

Next time you have a day off, see if you can go the entire day without your cell phone and laptop. Make sure you fill your day with non-tech activities. Watch your kid play a soccer game, Meet a friend for lunch. Read a non-digital book. Play solitaire with a real deck of cards. At the end of the day, notice how you feel.

For Your Team

Challenge your team members to go tech-free for their next day off. If possible, share your experience of going tech-free. Give suggestions of ways to stay off devices. Then next team meeting, open with the question: “What did you learn about yourself by going tech-free for a day?”