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<\/p><\/div>"} 1 Take a bath. Pour a hot or cold drink or and read in the bath. Dim the lights and light a candle to relax and enjoy a soothing bathing experience. Don't strain your eyes reading by candlelight. Magazines are a good option in the bath, it doesn't matter if they get wet.

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<\/p><\/div>"} 3 Go on a hike, get out of the city or suburbs. Getting out in nature has actually been shown to improve problem-solving skills and calm the brain. Pack your smart phone deep in your backpack (for safety) and don't touch it during the hike.

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<\/p><\/div>"} 5 Create a "fortress of solitude". Choose one day per week when you plan to disconnect. Tell work, family and friends that you will not have your phone. Make a nice meal, read a book or do a craft.

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<\/p><\/div>"} 6 Start an off-the-grid group. During an hour every week, arrange to meet without cell phones or computers. Having companionship in your quest to disconnect will make it easier.

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<\/p><\/div>"} 7 Take an inventory of your hobbies. If you can't name two or more hobbies that you enjoy inside and outside of the house, then the Internet may have replaced your healthy outlets for creativity and stress relief. Start a craft or take a class. If you can't name two or more hobbies that you enjoy inside and outside of the house, then the Internet may have replaced your healthy outlets for creativity and stress relief.