Author: Lahak Singhal, Class VI G
“Please switch off the TV now…”
That’s what my mumma says every evening. And honestly, she is right.
Sometimes I feel like I am stuck to a screen – TV, phone, or even schoolwork on the laptop. It’s like the gadgets follow me everywhere! At first, it’s fun. But after some time, I feel tired, confused, and even angry for no reason.
That’s when I learned something called digital detox – taking a break from screens to rest your eyes, mind, and heart. Trust me, it really helps!
This summer, I learned embroidery, texture art, and even crochet all thanks to my mumma’s ‘homemade summer camp’ (seriously, she should take classes…hahaha). I started spending time drawing, playing with my sibling, or just sitting near the window watching the rain. And it felt peaceful. I could hear my own thoughts.
Sometimes, I don’t even realise how much time I am spending on screens. I pick up the phone just to check the time, and suddenly I am watching videos of dancing cats, funny babies, and random craft hacks I will never try! It’s like my fingers have a mind of their own. That’s when I laugh and think, “Okay, I really need to stop now.”
Even my little brain feels tired like it wants to lie down with a cold water bottle on its head!
This article and my drawing are my way of telling you: Switch off the screen and switch on your life. Try it once every day, even for 30 minutes. It’s not a punishment. It’s like giving your brain a bubble bath. Your brain and heart will thank you.
Let’s unplug to feel free again.
