Hey Detoxers! 👋
I came across this gem from Andrew Huberman that really made me think:
🌅 “Viewing sunlight in the morning increases dopamine release and sets the stage for better focus, mood, and energy throughout the day. Excessive screen time late at night disrupts this process, impairing your ability to focus and feel good.”
This hit me hard. Morning sunlight is like a cheat code for your brain. It gets your dopamine firing the right way—boosting your mood, energy, and focus. But here’s the kicker: all that screen time, especially late at night? It completely messes with this natural process. The blue light from our phones or laptops throws off our sleep and dopamine balance, leaving us feeling drained, unfocused, and kind of blah the next day.
What can we do about it?
- Step outside in the morning, even for just 5–10 minutes, and let that sunlight wake your brain up. Trust me, it works wonders. 🌞
- At night, cut back on screen time and swap it out for something calming, like reading or journaling. You’ll feel the difference. 📖✨
Cutting screen time isn’t just about being more productive—it’s about working with your body, not against it, so you can feel better every day.
🚀 Your Turn: What’s one thing you could do to cut back on screens at night? Drop it in the comments! Let’s share some ideas and help each other out. 💬🙌