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Digital Detox Challenge

Empower students to reflect on and adjust their digital habits to achieve a healthier balance between technology use and personal well-being.

This lesson raises awareness of digital consumption's impact on mental health, helping students develop mindful tech practices that promote overall wellness.

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60 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Digital Audit

Day 1, 45 minutes

Step 2

Understanding the Effects of Technology

Day 2, 60 minutes

Step 3

Implementing Mindful Tech Practices

Day 3, 45 minutes

Step 4

Digital Detox Challenge Day

Day 4, 60 minutes

Step 5

Reflection and Group Discussion

Day 5, 45 minutes

Step 6

Wrap-Up and Action Plan

Final session, 45 minutes

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Slide Deck

Welcome to the Digital Detox Challenge

Introduce the concept of mindful technology use and provide an overview of the digital detox challenge. Emphasize the importance of self-reflection in understanding digital habits and how technology impacts mental health.

The Digital World We Live In

Discuss the prevalence of digital technology in our lives and prompt students to consider their personal screen time habits.

Impact of Digital Consumption

Share key insights on how technology can affect our emotions, relationships, and overall mental health. Use this slide to underscore positive changes via mindful practices.

Strategies for Mindful Tech Use

Introduce strategies for mindful technology use. Provide concrete ideas such as scheduled tech breaks and reduced screen time routines.

Reflect & Share

This is for the group discussion prompt after the digital detox day. Encourage sharing of personal experiences and insights about the impact of reduced digital usage.

Wrap-Up & Action Plan

Summarize the key takeaways from the lesson and encourage students to create a personal action plan to maintain balance in their digital life.

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Digital Detox Challenge: Finding Balance in a Tech-Driven World

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