Digital Detox: New Hobbies That Aren’t Just Being On Your Phone

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We’re all addicted to our phones, so much so that it might be time to consider a digital detox. 

Don’t worry, we’re not suggesting you toss all your electronic devices into a dumpster (although, would it really be such a bad thing if we were never reminded about a Teams meeting again?). 

Instead, consider taking a day, or even just an hour, to put down your phone, slam your laptop shut, and leave the digital world behind. 

It's time to opt in to some fun, creative activities that can actually improve your daily life! 

Experts say your digital habits are contributing to your daily stress. When you’re caught in a cycle of mindless scrolling, everything suffers: your attention span, your sleep, and even your mental health. 

It’s time to pick up a new hobby (or two!) that will make your real life feel better, not more overwhelming. 

Our team of shopping experts has found some fun activities you can start today to help combat phone addiction and even reconnect with your inner child. 

This watercolor pencil set includes 72 highly pigmented colors for endless possibilities of magnificent drawings and watercolor works of art!

These water color pencils can be used wet or dry making them extremely versatile. The set comes in a protective tin box to prevent the tips from breaking.  

This natural white watercolor paper is heavy weight and thick enough to prevent paint from bleeding through. The acid-free and detachable sheets are fade-resistant so your work will keep looking great over time.

When you buy this pack you'll get two watercolor sketchbooks with 30 pages each.

Join Deductive Logico and investigate murders most foul in Murdle: Volume 1.

The first of their kind, these humorous mini-mystery puzzles challenge you to find whodunit, how, where, and why. Examine the clues, interview the witnesses, and use the power of deduction to complete the grid and catch the culprit. Together, you'll uncover a buried secret beneath all of the murders and a message that can only be decrypted when you've solved them all. 

This 500 piece puzzle features the artwork of artist Rachel Hayden. 

Hayden’s paintings seek order in chaos by puzzle-piecing together a handful of objects into balanced and symmetrical compositions.

You'll need a place to display your finished puzzle!

This must-have puzzle board features a soft-gripped surface, non-slip felt feet, and magnetic puzzle sorting trays. The removable compartments are perfect for sorting puzzle pieces and storing playing cards, chips, tokens, dice, and other gaming supplies.

Fits up to 1500 puzzle pieces. 

It's time to get into photography! This set is like your own mini photo studio. 

This desktop color printer prints full 4x6 color photographs straight from your smartphone or social media account. 

The bundle includes a photo album, case, colorful markers, photo paper, and fun stickers.

For all the time you spend on TikTok, you could learn how to play a new instrument!

This electric guitar starter kit comes with all the essentials you need to play like a pro. This set includes a stunning solid wood guitar, amplifier cable, picks, and a detailed training guide with instructions for handling, maintaining and learning to play.