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Tech-Life Balance

101 Ways to Thrive in a Digital World

Foreword by Hector Hughes
Hardcover
$15.00 US
5.34"W x 8.29"H x 0.87"D   | 15 oz | 12 per carton
On sale May 02, 2023 | 272 Pages | 9781578269662

Break free from technology and rediscover the joys of life with this ultimate guide featuring 101 creative ideas to fix your tech obsession.

In today’s world, we’re constantly glued to our phones, checking social media, emails, and even the weather. But what if you could reduce stress, improve your well-being and sleep, increase your focus and productivity, and experience better relationships by using technology purposefully and mindfully? Tech-Life Balance helps you identify poor tech-use habits and make small changes that have a big impact.

Written by the founder of the international challenge 'Phone Free Day', Tech-Life Balance offers real solutions to break free from digital addiction. From making your home and workspace tech-free during downtime to maintaining healthy tech habits while living with others who don’t, you’ll learn how to balance your tech use and make room for other healthy activities like exercise and hobbies.

Key Topics Covered Include:

Identifying Poor Tech-Use Habits and Triggers: Learn to recognize and address the habits that contribute to your tech obsession.

Purposeful and Mindful Use of Social Media: Discover strategies for using social media in a way that enhances your life rather than detracts from it.

Creating Tech-Free Zones: Implement tech-free periods in your home and workspace to foster relaxation and productivity.

Maintaining Healthy Tech Habits with Others: Navigate the challenges of living with people who may not share your tech-free goals.

Alternative Activities: Find fulfilling activities, such as exercise and hobbies, to replace excessive device use.

Prescriptive Habits for Recreational Device Use: Establish healthy guidelines for using technology in your leisure time.

Tech-Life Balancee is the ultimate life hack to help you break free from the grips of technology and live a less distracted and more fulfilling life. With its practical and engaging approach, this book makes the perfect gift for anyone looking to regain control of their tech habits. So what are you waiting for? Grab your copy and take the first step towards a more balanced life!
"A critically important topic, with a wealth of practical tips that will instantly help you get more balanced with the technology in your life."
—Jorn Rigter, co-founder & CTO of Unpluq

"This book will help keep things in perspective and encourage you to think about how you can model healthy and conscious tech use."
—Ruth Taylor, parenting guide and author of the Childish Adult book series

"...amazing and helpful book... suitable for anyone wanting to learn how to thrive in this digital age."
—Eva Danielsson, Certified Digital Wellness Coach

"I can’t think of a better guide for this than Taíno. He’s thought long and deep on the topic so you don’t have to. This book is the result. All change starts somewhere."
—Hector Hughes, co-founder of Unplugged
Taíno Bendz is the founder of Phone Free Day and his own consulting business, and his message on mindful and intentional technology usage has reached and inspired hundreds of thousands of people around the world. He is a public speaker, workshop facilitator, and conducts research on digital technology usage. Taíno holds a Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering and Management and has spent the last 10 years working in technology sectors such as renewable energy, healthcare IT, and software automation. He currently lives in Sweden with his partner and two young sons.

About

Break free from technology and rediscover the joys of life with this ultimate guide featuring 101 creative ideas to fix your tech obsession.

In today’s world, we’re constantly glued to our phones, checking social media, emails, and even the weather. But what if you could reduce stress, improve your well-being and sleep, increase your focus and productivity, and experience better relationships by using technology purposefully and mindfully? Tech-Life Balance helps you identify poor tech-use habits and make small changes that have a big impact.

Written by the founder of the international challenge 'Phone Free Day', Tech-Life Balance offers real solutions to break free from digital addiction. From making your home and workspace tech-free during downtime to maintaining healthy tech habits while living with others who don’t, you’ll learn how to balance your tech use and make room for other healthy activities like exercise and hobbies.

Key Topics Covered Include:

Identifying Poor Tech-Use Habits and Triggers: Learn to recognize and address the habits that contribute to your tech obsession.

Purposeful and Mindful Use of Social Media: Discover strategies for using social media in a way that enhances your life rather than detracts from it.

Creating Tech-Free Zones: Implement tech-free periods in your home and workspace to foster relaxation and productivity.

Maintaining Healthy Tech Habits with Others: Navigate the challenges of living with people who may not share your tech-free goals.

Alternative Activities: Find fulfilling activities, such as exercise and hobbies, to replace excessive device use.

Prescriptive Habits for Recreational Device Use: Establish healthy guidelines for using technology in your leisure time.

Tech-Life Balancee is the ultimate life hack to help you break free from the grips of technology and live a less distracted and more fulfilling life. With its practical and engaging approach, this book makes the perfect gift for anyone looking to regain control of their tech habits. So what are you waiting for? Grab your copy and take the first step towards a more balanced life!

Praise

"A critically important topic, with a wealth of practical tips that will instantly help you get more balanced with the technology in your life."
—Jorn Rigter, co-founder & CTO of Unpluq

"This book will help keep things in perspective and encourage you to think about how you can model healthy and conscious tech use."
—Ruth Taylor, parenting guide and author of the Childish Adult book series

"...amazing and helpful book... suitable for anyone wanting to learn how to thrive in this digital age."
—Eva Danielsson, Certified Digital Wellness Coach

"I can’t think of a better guide for this than Taíno. He’s thought long and deep on the topic so you don’t have to. This book is the result. All change starts somewhere."
—Hector Hughes, co-founder of Unplugged

Author

Taíno Bendz is the founder of Phone Free Day and his own consulting business, and his message on mindful and intentional technology usage has reached and inspired hundreds of thousands of people around the world. He is a public speaker, workshop facilitator, and conducts research on digital technology usage. Taíno holds a Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering and Management and has spent the last 10 years working in technology sectors such as renewable energy, healthcare IT, and software automation. He currently lives in Sweden with his partner and two young sons.

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