Sometimes the Best Self-Care Is Turning Everything Off
We live in a culture where stimulation never stops. Notifications, deadlines, conversations, feeds, and background noise compete for our attention. But sometimes, the most powerful form of self-care isn’t adding another wellness habit—it’s turning everything off. Radical rest is about saying: I don’t have to absorb, perform, or produce right now.
Why Radical Rest Matters
- Brain overload: constant input prevents deep focus and recovery.
- Body fatigue: overstimulation shows up as headaches, tension, or exhaustion.
- Emotional drain: endless scrolling and multitasking erode joy.
How to Turn Everything Off
- Switch devices to airplane mode for one evening.
- Dim lights, silence notifications, and step into real quiet.
- Unplug with intention—choose comfort: tea, soft music, journaling, or sleep.
Micro-Rest Practices
- 10 minutes of silence before bed instead of scrolling.
- Weekend “offline window” (2–3 hours tech-free).
- Single-tasking: one activity at a time, without background noise.
Final Thoughts
Rest doesn’t have to be productive. Turning everything off is not laziness—it’s maintenance. In a world that glorifies “on,” choosing “off” is revolutionary self-care.
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