Reclaiming the Night: A Reflection on Disconnecting
In our Running on Empty meeting, Lyndsey Lyman reminded us that we can’t find true rest while tethered to our devices. By disconnecting from our phones at least an hour before bed, we shut off the "blue light" and digital noise that keep our brains in high gear. This simple boundary lowers cortisol and allows the mind to transition naturally into deep, restorative sleep. Instead of draining our last bit of energy on a screen, we create the space needed to actually refill our tanks. It turns out that the best way to stop running on empty is to finally unplug the drain.