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Blindfolded by Stress

[fiercemillennial]

Life Before Likes: The Pre-Internet Nostalgia Boom (And Why It Matters)

Remember life before likes and endless scrolling? We're diving into the pre-internet nostalgia boom and why it might be the wake-up call we need. Read more on Fierce Millennial! #nostalgiaboom #digitaldetox #fiercemillenial

Do you remember life before the internet? Remember landlines and library cards? We’re diving into the not-so-distant past, and it’s got us thinking about the present. Okay, Millennials and Gen-Xers, gather around the digital campfire for a little reminiscing. Remember when the internet wasn’t the all-consuming vortex it is today? When “going viral” meant you caught a cold, and “trolling” was…

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''Sanatorium Provincial de la Flandre Orientale à Hynsdaele (Renaix). Rayons X / Provinciaal Sanatorium van Oost-Vlandereen te Hynsdaele (Ronse). X Stralen. Ern. Thill, Bruxelles" © Bibliothèques d'Université Paris Cité - Histoire de la Santé Cartes postales de radiologie: la Collection Guy et Marie-José Pallardy

[publizero]

"When Injustice Becomes Law, Resistance Becomes Duty"

“When Injustice Becomes Law, Resistance Becomes Duty”: A Reflection on the Fight Against Discrimination and Oppression in Nigeria In today’s society, injustice and discrimination remain prevalent issues that continue to challenge humanity. Unfortunately, some societies establish laws that perpetuate oppression and discrimination, making resistance a necessary duty for those who are affected by…

[panicinthestudio]

I didn’t have a cell until late in high school in the 2000s, and my third and last flip I was still using in 2022.

The biggest difference has been in the amount of psychological draw designed into the functions and interface of a smartphone. The apps, notifications, and bombardment of information coming through it are intentionally pulling attention, convincing you of the habit to check and use it for everything. Just because the functions are there isn’t a good enough reason to integrate everything into dependence and passively provide information out of convenience.

This is to say nothing about the ballooning of services and fees on devices that have increasingly short lifespans. The phone aspect of the technology isn’t even close to the primary purpose anymore--it has a lot of meaningful and useful functions for communication to be sure, but comes at a cost to our personal and mental space.

Focus is no longer on usefulness, durability, and repair. They’re not just physically getting more fragile, but the development supporting them moves at a faster pace and the hardware isn’t designed to keep up. Functionality breaks or the device does. The same could be said about a lot of unnecessarily smart devices but none have had the reach of the internet or the cellphone.

We’d probably do a lot better by limiting and compartmentalizing what devices can do again for our own health, safety, and privacy. The ancient raging against new media technology being a net harm has never met something as pervasive or manipulative as the smartphone.

Kinda crazy how my first cellphone didn't have a camera or internet and 17 years later this thing knows more about me than I do and gives people brand new mental ilnesses.

[financia012]

What Technology Would I Be Better Off Without, and Why?

What technology would you be better off without, why? Introduction Technology has revolutionized the way we live, but not all advancements contribute positively to our lives. One particular technology I believe we’d be better off without, at least in its current form, is social media algorithms. While social media itself can be a tool for connection and learning, the algorithms designed to…

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Expert Interview: Innovations in Digital Health - Transforming Patient Care

Dear Esteemed Readers,

Welcome to our panel discussion on "Innovations in Digital Health: Transforming Patient Care." Our questionnaire is divided into three series, each exploring different facets of the transformative

Author:

Piyanun Yenjit, Founder & Managing Director at APUK Co., Ltd., is a visionary leader driving innovation in healthcare.

Dr. Vicknesh Krishnan, Vice President, Healthcare at Malaysia Health Tourism Council; bridges traditional healthcare with cutting-edge technologies.

Dr. Dipu Patel, A Digital Health Thought Leader, Educator, and Healthcare Start-Up Advisor, guides the next generation and fosters innovation.

Series 1: Introduction to Digital Health Journeys

Piyanun, as the Founder and Managing Director at APUK Co., Ltd., can you share your journey into digital health and highlight any specific projects or initiatives that define your commitment to transforming healthcare through innovation?

Dr. Vicknesh, with your role in medical devices and technology industry, could you provide insights into how digital health innovations are being integrated into large-scale medical care facilities, and what impact they are having on patient outcomes?

Dr. Patel, as a Digital Health Thought Leader and Educator, how can education play a role in overcoming challenges related to user adoption and ensuring healthcare professionals are well-versed in leveraging digital health tools effectively?

Dimitrios, with your extensive background in AI and medicine, where do you see the most promising opportunities for AI-driven digital health solutions to improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery?

Piyanun, how can digital health innovations be designed to empower patients, especially in regions where access to healthcare may be limited?

Dr. Vicknesh, within the context of your previous industry experience, how do you see personalized medicine evolving with the integration of digital health technologies, particularly in the realm of renal care?

Dr. Patel, what guidance can you provide to emerging digital health startups navigating the complex regulatory landscape, ensuring compliance while fostering innovation?

Dimitrios, how can global collaboration and standardization efforts in digital health contribute to addressing both regulatory and ethical considerations on an international scale?

Piyanun, could you share examples of successful collaborations or partnerships within the digital health ecosystem that have driven positive outcomes or innovations?

Dipu Patel, how can startups and established corporations collaborate effectively to accelerate the adoption of digital health solutions, ensuring a balance between innovation and scalability?

Dimitrios, which emerging technologies do you believe will play a crucial role in shaping the future of digital health, and how might they redefine the patient experience?

Dr. Vicknesh, how do you foresee the continued evolution of telehealth services within the broader landscape of digital health, especially in the context of patient care in Malaysia?

Read full Interview: ADAPTING TO CHANGE - How Advanced Technology Can Elevate Healthcare Outcomes

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The Importance of Digital Detox in Wellness Holidays

The ping of notifications, endless email threads, and continuous social media updates are the background noise of modern life. With increased screen time and the blurring of digital boundaries, wellness holiday packages that offer digital detox experiences emerge as powerful solutions for those seeking genuine rest and rejuvenation.

The Challenge of Digital Overload

The effects of screen fatigue on human physical and mental well-being are deep. It has been established that excessive exposure to screens is linked with increased stress levels, sleep pattern disturbances, and decreased concentration. The average person checks his or her smartphone up to 96 times a day—this works out to approximately once every 10 minutes—meaning entering a cycle of interrupted train of thought and psychomental fragmentation.

Disconnect to Improve Mental Health—More Mindful, Fully Engaged in the Moment

Digital devices step out of the way of wellness holidays and allow the mind to fall into natural rhythms. Guests will be much more immersed in their environment and feel a sense of:

Lower anxiety

Increased emotional control

Clearer thinking

More acute awareness of the senses

Deeper connections with other people

Better sleep quality

A digital detox wellness retreat helps reset a person's natural sleep patterns by minimizing blue light sleep disruptors and making time for appropriate bedtime routines.

Encourage a Circadian Rhythm in Natural Sleeping Habits that Stretch into Post-Wellness Stay

Boosting Mental Agility

Some research has it that time away from your devices may profoundly help with remembering things and solving real and hypothetical problems in far better ways than unstructured times away from your electronic life. Additionally, during the stay at wellness retreats, a client might experience higher degrees of original thinking, judgment skills, and even their possible ability to focus on certain details or the world as a whole.

Places that inspire reflection and rejuvenation

Community building that evokes real world

Mental stimulation alternative recreation

Wellness retreat for better utilization of your screen through enrichment with:

Group meditation or instruction

Various movement to incorporate yoga

Walking on trails and trekking as a form of outdoor explorations

Interactive creative courses

Mindfulness-based preparation classes

Experienced coaching is available to individuals who benefit in the facilitation session on:

Erection of healthy personal digital fences

Stress management activities in development

Development of long-lived wellness habits

Resolution issues that may require concern by participants on developing dependency due to overuse.

Develop Durable Wellness Habits During Their Entire Trip

When choosing to stay in your ideal holiday retreat, several things define its quality.

When Selecting a Digital Detox Retreat

Look out for programs that have defined policies toward the use of devices, a balanced agenda for all activities, professionals in wellness, beautiful ambiance, comfortable accommodations and a good meal, post-recovery duration, as well as the level of intensity. Choose between their different packages that cater for your needs: weekend program to reboot, a one-week program to effect real changes, extended and customized stays in relation to the client’s needs, graduation disconnection package for the shy beginners, or an immersion program for serious commitment.

Long-Term After-Effects of Digital Detox Retreats

A Real-Life Transition

Many facilitators are leaving the digital detox facility with long-lasting impacts from the retreat. In most cases, they emerge with:

Proper care for technology

Reset work-life balance

Stronger personal ties

Better handling of stress

Greater productivity

More significant life satisfaction

Workplace Performance

Most people leaving the digital detox center carry with them their workplaces improved as a result of:

Enhanced clarity

Better innovation

Improved usage of time

More decisive decision-making

Reduced anxiety in the workplace

Stepping into Change

A digital detox wellness holiday is something more than spending time away from your devices; it offers a chance to rebalance routines and attitudes. The journey provides equipment and insight into how one can carry on a more balanced relationship with digital appliances once back home.

Success stories are frequently characterized by participants leaving with renewed energy, clearer heads, and tangible strategies to carry forward and maintain their digital wellness. Many become dependent on regular digital detoxes as part of ongoing wellness maintenance.

People are choosing to unplug with structured wellness holiday packages, making the investment in their mental well-being and providing important skill-building to better cope in the ever-connected world. However, the effects carry over into the long term with profound changes in both professional and personal life.

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Lonely but Driven: Hunter Thornton's Indie Game Development Journey to Build Community

Check out our latest Christian Creator Profile featuring Hunter Thornton of BornAngry Games. Discover his journey as an indie game developer and the challenges he's faced in building a supportive community.

Welcome to the Creator Profile Series, where we highlight incredible individuals who have answered God’s call to reach the world in unique ways. Traditional churches often struggle to connect with niche communities online, especially those who feel isolated or disconnected. God is raising up content creators from all over the world to fill that gap, reaching out to those who have felt alienated…

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A Beast And A Mark What Is It

Reflecting on technology, privacy, and prophecy—do innovations like biochips and tracking align with the "mark of the beast"?

What’s On My Mind Today? I’ve been thinking a lot about the “mark of the beast” from the Book of Revelation. Some say it could connect with today’s technology—like microchips, biometric tracking, or even cashless systems. These theories have gained traction recently, especially as technology becomes more involved in public health. This makes me wonder: Are we on the verge of fulfilling ancient…

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Why ILRI's Kapiti Ranch in Kenya is the Ultimate Test-Bed for Digital Innovation in Livestock Research

“Learn how ILRI’s digital twin project at Kapiti Ranch is transforming livestock management in Africa, offering data-driven insights into cattle health, pasture availability, and climate adaptation.” “Explore ILRI’s innovative use of digital twin technology in Kenya, enhancing livestock research with real-time health monitoring, climate-resilient breeding, and sustainable rangeland…