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Tech Sabbath
[tek sæ-bəθ]
What Is Tech Sabbath?
A Tech Sabbath is a regular, designated period (typically 24 hours) where a person completely disconnects from digital technology and screens to rest, recharge, and reconnect with offline life. It's a modern interpretation of the traditional weekly day of rest, applied to our digital lives.
Word Origins:
The term combines "Tech" (short for technology) with "Sabbath" (from Hebrew "Shabbat" meaning to rest or cease). The concept emerged in the early 2010s as a response to growing digital overwhelm, drawing inspiration from religious practices of taking a weekly day of rest.
How to Practice a Tech Sabbath
- Choose a consistent time period (usually weekly)
- Turn off all devices or store them away
- Plan offline activities in advance
- Inform friends and family to set expectations
- Focus on real-world connections and experiences
Benefits of Regular Tech Sabbaths
- Reduced digital anxiety and stress
- Improved sleep quality
- Enhanced real-world relationships
- Increased mindfulness and presence
- Better work-life boundaries
- Renewed appreciation for technology when returning
Related Terms
- Digital Detox: A period of intentional abstinence from digital devices and technology
- Digital Boundaries: Self-imposed limits on technology use to maintain healthy relationships with digital devices
- Digital Wellness: The pursuit of balanced and healthy relationship with technology
- Tech-Life Balance: The equilibrium between technology use and offline living