Why a Digital Detox Could Be the Reset You Need
Did you know the average person checks their phone 96 times a day? That’s almost once every 10 minutes leaving us feeling constantly “switched on.”
In a world more reliant on technology than ever before, we’re glued to screens that emit blue light (which research shows can suppress melatonin, the hormone that helps us fall asleep and stay asleep) and constantly distracted with most of us scrolling whilst watching TV. This constant over stimulation leaves us constantly switched on and unable to relax. When our sleep is disrupted, we miss out on the deep rest phases where the body processes emotions, repairs tissues, and resets for the next day.
Think about it: after a poor night’s sleep, how often do you find yourself reaching for sugar or caffeine, skipping your workout, or struggling to focus? It’s not a lack of willpower, it’s your body crying out for rest.
That’s why protecting your sleep is one of the most powerful steps in your wellness journey. And one of the most effective tools for reclaiming that rest? A digital detox and time away from your everyday life.
What a Digital Detox Really Does
Calms the nervous system – Reducing constant notifications lowers cortisol and helps your body shift into “rest and digest.”
Improves focus and clarity – Without the urge to scroll, you’re more present with yourself and others.
Supports deeper sleep – Less screen time in the evening gives your brain the signal it’s time to wind down.
Creates space for reflection – Instead of being bombarded with everyone else’s opinions, you can hear your own again.
Even something as simple as switching your phone to airplane mode after 8pm can make a big difference.
Why Stepping Away Works Best
While daily practices help, sometimes we need a full reset, time away from the noise, the screens and the endless to-do lists. Immersion is powerful. Studies show that just three days in nature without technology can dramatically improve mood, sleep quality, and creativity.
And that’s the beauty of a retreat. For a few days, you get to:
Step away from your phone and let your body truly unwind.
Sleep deeply and wake naturally.
Immerse yourself in nourishing practices like yoga, Pilates, breathwork, and meditation.
Reconnect with nature, with others, and most importantly, with yourself.
A retreat isn’t just time away. It’s a chance to repattern your habits so that when you return home, you carry a sense of calm, clarity and balance back into daily life.
If you’ve ever felt the urge to switch off completely, to stop the scrolling and give your body and mind a real reset, this is your invitation to join us at a wellness retreat. With just 1 x room left for this year's retreat, find out more here about how you can have a total reset before 2025 comes to an end this November.