Are digital detoxes worth it?
from Net Net Hosted by Lizzy Marie, Lissa Lumutenga
Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of digital detoxes. They dive into screen-time guilt, generational shifts, and the rise of tech-free wellness trends. While some people unplug for peace of mind, others find disconnection brings a different kind of stress. This episode explores how logging off can help – or sometimes complicate – modern life. Main Topics 00:00 Introduction to Digital Detoxes 01:10 Running The Numbers Segment 02:35 The Costs of Digital Detox 08:38 Detoxing from Social Media 17:40 Managing Notifications and Digital Habits 24:13 Mindless Social Media Habits 26:52 Generational Differences in Digital Interaction 30:21 The Stigma of Not Using Social Media 36:41 Safety Concerns with Being Offline 39:47 20 Cents Segment References for Statistics https://www.statista.com/statistics/1342542/us-users-frequency-digital-detox/ https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/technology-management/survey-users-admit-to-smartphone-overuse-implement-digital-detox.html https://health.arizona.edu/digital-detox https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11392003/ Co-Hosts Lizzy Marie, CAIA, is a strategist, alternative investments expert, and a founding partner of Pursuit Funds. Follow Lizzy: Instagram | TikTok Lissa Lumutenga, CFP®, AFC®, is a personal finance expert and content creator. Follow Lissa: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn Credits ► Produced by Lizzy Marie and Lissa Lumutenga ► Artwork by Lizzy Marie ► Music by Lissa Lumutenga, Net Net Podcast “Theme Song” Talk to us Hit us up, let us know what you think: IS IT WORTH IT? 💸 DM us on Instagram: @netnetpodcast Email us at [email protected] Disclaimer This podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, and should not be constituted as financial advice or any other kind of professional advice. Views and opinions are our own, and Net Net Podcast does not serve as a substitute for personalized financial guidance tailored to your specific situation. Remember to always do YOUR own research, consult a professional as needed, and feel empowered to make your own decisions!
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Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of digital detoxes. They dive into screen-time guilt, generational shifts, and the rise of tech-free wellness trends. While some people unplug for peace of mind, others find disconnection brings a different kind of stress. This episode explores how logging off can help – or sometimes complicate – modern life.
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