Does a Digital Detox Work? I turned my phone off for 7 days
Mon Jun 23 2025
Ever wondered what would actually happen if you turned your phone off for a week? Like, fully off—not just Do Not Disturb but buried-in-a-drawer kind of off?
This week I’m sharing the raw, messy, and (surprisingly emotional) truth about my 7-day digital detox. I thought I’d find peace and clarity… instead, I found panic, discomfort, and a whole lot of unexpected revelations.
In this episode, I talk about:
The uncomfortable truth no one warns you about when the notifications stopHow phone addiction masks deeper emotional avoidanceSitting with big feelings when distraction isn’t an optionNervous system reactions, grief, disconnection—and surprising joyWhat I hoped would happen (and what really did)Whether you’re considering a detox, feeling overwhelmed by digital noise, or just wondering how the heck to be more present in a world of constant pings, this episode is for you. Spoiler alert: the transformation wasn’t what I expected—but it was exactly what I needed.
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Ever wondered what would actually happen if you turned your phone off for a week? Like, fully off—not just Do Not Disturb but buried-in-a-drawer kind of off? This week I’m sharing the raw, messy, and (surprisingly emotional) truth about my 7-day digital detox. I thought I’d find peace and clarity… instead, I found panic, discomfort, and a whole lot of unexpected revelations. In this episode, I talk about: The uncomfortable truth no one warns you about when the notifications stopHow phone addiction masks deeper emotional avoidanceSitting with big feelings when distraction isn’t an optionNervous system reactions, grief, disconnection—and surprising joyWhat I hoped would happen (and what really did)Whether you’re considering a detox, feeling overwhelmed by digital noise, or just wondering how the heck to be more present in a world of constant pings, this episode is for you. Spoiler alert: the transformation wasn’t what I expected—but it was exactly what I needed. Links & Resources: Join Rock Your Business to align your decisions with your goals. Get instant access to my FREE Masterclass on From Overwhelmed to Profitable Dive deeper with blogs, free resources, and all things biz boundaries: dawnbradley.com Follow me: Instagram: www.instagram.com/dawnbradley Youtube: www.youtube.com/dawnbradley