The Day I Logged Out and Looked In

I didn’t start out thinking I needed a “digital detox.” Honestly, the idea felt like a trend — the kind you scroll past while still on your phone. But a few weeks ago, I noticed something: I was checking my phone without a reason. Reaching for it even in moments that were fufilling in themselves — while stirring tea, watching the sky, or just sitting beside my husband in silence.

So I gave myself a little challenge. One Saturday. No screens. No Instagram, no WhatsApp catch-ups, not even Pinterest (tempting as that was). Just life — as it is.

☀️ The Morning Slowed Me Down

I didn’t set an alarm previous night. I woke up with a ray of sunlight. No staring into bright screen. No to-do list rushing in my head. I rolled out my mat, stretched & concluded my yoga with some Om chanting. My body and mind felt free, happy hormones were doing there magic.

With my happy mood & old Hindi songs on speaker, I had strong craving for some Desi \’kadak\’ chai.

🍳 Next stop – Kitchen (felt Like a Retreat )

I made chai in my favourite cup and started preparing a simple brunch. There was no rush to photograph it or reply to messages while stirring the pot. Just aromas, sounds, and a little humming to myself.

🎨 Painting (Together)

In the afternoon, I brought out my favorite paints. I’ve always loved playing with colours — clearly knowing I am not an artist. But this time, I asked my husband to join me. He smiled and said, “Why not?”
We spent nearly an hour sitting on the floor, mixing colours, laughing and painting. He loved it — maybe even more than I did. It was child like happiness, so pure, so innocent.

🌙 The Evening Was Soft and Still

We lit a candle at dinner. Had varied conversations without any distractions (l thought I am the funny one but he isnt half bad himself ). Took a walk, bought an orange popsicle. And there it was, an open sky with stars shining there brightest. In one hand I had my popsicle and in another my husband. I guess I didnt miss my phone, I was full, in hands and heart.

What I Gained by Logging Out

I didn’t expect it to feel so fulfilling. I felt alive, myself — not in a loud, exciting way, but in a deeply content way.

It’s easy to say, “We should disconnect.” But this wasn’t about rules or restriction. It was about making space for stillness. For presence. For the small moments I didn’t know I was missing.

And now, I find myself looking forward to these screen-free Saturdays. Not because I should — but because I want to.

Would you try a Saturday like this?

Not as a rule. But as an invitation.
To pause. To breathe.
To rediscover the beauty of your own offline world.

With Love,
Deepti