{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F5fce3289-ee34-468d-a4f7-4a2b39cb631b","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Cracking Digital Overload: How to Build a Healthy Relationship with Tech (without losing productivity) with Colin Corby","description":"On Inner Peace, Better Health, digital detox coach and TEDx speaker Colin Corby breaks down what \u201cdisconnect to reconnect\u201d looks like in real life. We unpack subtle habits that drain focus, why back-to-back meetings spike stress, and how short offline breaks sharpen problem-solving. Colin draws parallels between endurance training and attention training, explains why multitasking is a myth, and shares practical ways to set clear work\u2013life boundaries in an AI-accelerating world. If you feel tethered to screens, this conversation gives you straight, workable steps to reclaim attention, creativity, and sleep hygiene\u2014without quitting tech.\u00a0\nAbout the Guest:\nColin Corby is a TEDx speaker, digital detox and mindset coach, technologist, and endurance athlete. As founder of The Digital Detox Coach, he blends decades of global tech experience with behavioral psychology and sport mindset to help people rebuild focus, energy, and clarity in a hyper-connected world.\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\nYou don\u2019t need to be \u201calways on.\u201d Set offline breaks (10\u201315 minutes) between meetings to reset attention and reduce cumulative stress.\n\n\nMultitasking is switching. Rapid task-switching wastes time and elevates stress; design single-task workflows.\n\n\nTreat focus like fitness: small, consistent reps (daily reading, instruments, analog note-taking) rebuild attention over 6\u201310 weeks.\n\n\nProtect sleep: no phone 60\u201390 minutes before bed; after the alarm, avoid morning scrolling so your day isn\u2019t dictated by notifications.\n\n\nCreate boundary rules: defined start/stop times, no phones during friend meetups, and \u201cone-thing-only\u201d phone use experiments.\n\n\nFor knowledge workers, double down on human advantages\u2014critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving\u2014while tech handles transactions.\n\n\nStep outside the \u201csoftware box.\u201d Analog activities (real instruments, reading, walks, conversations) restore nuance, imagination, and mood.\n\n\nUse a \u201cJust One Thing\u201d challenge: pick up your phone for one task only; if you drift, pause five minutes before the next task.\n\n\nKeep a paper notepad to externalize intent and avoid short-term memory overload when using phones and apps.\n\n\nMindset matters: like endurance sport, self-talk shapes capacity. Build momentum through realistic, repeatable habits.\n\n\nConnect with the Guest:\n\n\nExplore Colin\u2019s resources, videos, and TEDx talk via the Digital Detox Coach\u00a0website and YouTube channel.\n\n\nRequests or a specific resource you want from Colin? He welcomes suggestions\u2014reach out via his site\n\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?\nDM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer\nThis video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\n\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and conversations on:\n\n\nMental Health & Emotional Well-being\n\n\nMindfulness & Spiritual Growth\n\n\nHolistic Healing & Conscious Living\n\n\nTrauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\n\n\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\n\n\nBrand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\n\n\nEmail: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com\n\n\nWebsite: www.healthymindbya","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/9ff941b2-c1de-4621-8434-9d436107732d/ogy0os5qcgc.jpg"}