GenZ, born between 1997 and 2012, grew up with smartphones, social media, internet access, and apps, fully soaked in the digital sea where screens were always “ON” around them. While growing up in digital cocoons, they missed human touch and involvement. This digital environment has shaped their identity and behaviours. Limitless digital indulgence has already inculcated a lack of patience and aggressive behaviours in GenZ. Digital detox will give them space and pause to reclaim clarity, focus, depth, and restore real human connections. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Sangeeta Sharma, certified life coach, hypnotherapist, and author, shared digital detox habits that actually work for GenZ.
1) Daily nature walk and mindful gardening
Sangeeta highlighted that developing a habit to be in nature for at least 30 mins daily without devices will help them restore patience and reduce anxiety. This habit will help them enhance their connection with themselves and calm their nervous system. Indulging in gardening is another beautiful way to connect with nature.
2) Deep breathing and solitude
“Deep breathing, rhythmic breathing, or any type of Pranayaam will help them release stress and regulate impulses. Solitude will move them from digital overload to inner stillness, raising the level of self- awareness and self-connection,” said Sangeeta. Time alone helps them hear their own voice beyond social media and peer pressure.
