What do you do if your work-life balance is suffering due to technology overload?

If work-life balance suffers from technology overload, set clear boundaries by establishing tech-free zones or specific times for device use. Prioritize tasks and limit unnecessary digital distractions. Practice mindful use of technology by scheduling regular breaks and disconnecting after work hours. Engage in offline activities that promote relaxation and personal connection. Consider seeking support or guidance to better manage technology usage for improved balance.

I also suggest that you can detect if you are experiencing any of these factors, which attempt to identify two health problems related to dysfunctional use of technology: 1. techno-stress: it is the state of stress produced by a dysfunctional use of technologies. It can be characterized by technology fatigue, anxiety about having to learn new technologies, feeling that technologies are useless and also impostor syndrome when using them. 2. techno-addiction: it is the excessive (too much time) and compulsive (irrational, you cannot stop it) use of technological tools.

When technology overload threatens to upset my work-life balance, I take deliberate steps to restore harmony. Recognizing the need for boundaries, I set strict limits on screen time, carving out time periods for work and leisure. Embracing digital detoxes, I disconnect from devices to reconnect with the world around me, indulging in offline activities that nourish the soul. Prioritizing self-care, I engage in hobbies, exercise, and quality time with loved ones, reestablishing a sense of balance and fulfillment. Cultivating mindfulness, I observe the impact of technology on my well-being, making conscious choices to limit its toxic intrusion. With these measures in place, I reclaim control over my life, therefore finding equilibrium.

I believe that it is convenient, more than limits, to learn to make a sustainable use of technological tools, based on understanding the benefits of their use and the need to "regulate" the times of exposure to technology. In turn, this is achieved by scheduling and enjoying time in nature, hiking and active social life.

Digital tasks require mental focus and high cognitive load, in general, so that they can be executed for a long time. Therefore, having scheduled slots that require the execution of the most important digital tasks can be a good practice. At the same time, this cognitive load requires spaces for digital disconnection. I also suggest that they be scheduled. The best I've seen are pommodoro-style techniques, for this.

If technology overload is wrecking your work-life balance, seek balance. Set boundaries for device use, schedule regular breaks, and prioritize offline activities. Engage in hobbies, spend time with loved ones, and disconnect when needed. Prioritising self-care and mindfulness helps maintain a healthy equilibrium between work and life.