Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement 3841: Change Your Use Of Technology To Lead A More Connected Life by Kristine Klussman on Digital Mindfulness
Dec 14, 2025
Kristine Klussman, a writer and coach specializing in mindful relationships, shares insights on transforming our digital habits. She highlights how excessive screen time can disconnect us from ourselves and our loved ones. Klussman introduces five practical tools for intentional tech use, including self-awareness techniques and setting boundaries. By measuring screen time and pausing to reflect, we can foster deeper connections and enhance our well-being. Her approach helps reclaim our attention and cultivate a more conscious life amidst digital distractions.
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Screens Steal Presence
- Unconscious screen use disconnects you from yourself, others, and the present moment.
- Small amounts of self-observation reveal how much presence digital habits steal.
Spot The Trance Signs
- Symptoms of low-quality screen engagement include anxious mood, spaciness, and lost time.
- These signs show you're living on autopilot instead of noticing needs like hunger or tiredness.
Being Physically Present Yet Absent
- A mother praised herself for being home on time but spent that time answering emails and not engaging with her kids.
- Klussman used this story to show digital presence can feel like physical absence.