What You Learn When You Pause Notifications

In a world engineered for constant interaction, we rarely question the pings, buzzes, and banners that interrupt our thoughts throughout the day. Yet as researchers and digital wellness experts continue to investigate the toll of hyperconnectivity, a subtle but powerful practice is gaining traction: pause notifications. This simple change—disabling app alerts, badges, and push notifications for a few hours or even a full day—offers more than peace and quiet. It reveals how muc

In a world engineered for constant interaction, we rarely question the pings, buzzes, and banners that interrupt our thoughts throughout the day. Yet as researchers and digital wellness experts continue to investigate the toll of hyperconnectivity, a subtle but powerful...