Connection is a basic human need, but being constantly connected to our technology can make us feel more imprisoned than nourished. If you’re feeling frazzled, a digital detox (脱瘾治疗) may help calm your mind and soothe your spirit. It is believed that consciously choosing to unplug can improve relationships and enhance a person’s overall well-being.

Plan in advance. While a 72-hour detox is best, a simple 24 hours of unplugging can still be helpful. People are more understanding about delayed responses to emails around the holidays. 【小题1】 Pick a couple days when you’ll be occupied with friends, family or other activities.

Spread the word. Get yourself psyched up and tell everyone. 【小题2】 Letting all of your colleagues, friends and loved ones know that you won’t be responding to texts or email for a couple of days makes room for you to focus on the people you’re seeing in person.

Add something fun into your life. When you remove your dependence upon digital devices, you may find you have a bit more free time on your hands. If you want to take this to another level, add in something you’re excited about like exercising, going for a walk, or starting a meditation practice. 【小题3】

Remove temptations. Compulsively (禁不住地) checking emails and iPhones has become second nature for most of us. Clean your bedroom and remove any technology from this part of your home. Make sure your computer or anything else that’s glowing is out of your bedroom and your remote controls are far away. If you’re going on a diet you don’t want a chocolate cake sitting in your kitchen. 【小题4】

【小题5】 Returning from your detox may be overwhelming. Use the perspective that you gained in your off time to prioritize thoughtfully all of the things that have backed up. “Before you jump back in, prioritize. You are no longer a slave to your devices - you have the power.”

We've all been there, staring at a blank screen, throwing endless drafts in the trash can, pulling out hair, looking through Facebook photos, re-ordering music libraries and even wiping the computer clean. We do anything to pass the time and avoid admitting the painfully obvious—we've hit mental blocks. They are usually a sign that we've taken our focus off what we want and placed it firmly on what we don't. 【小题1】. The following

Hit the shower

Mental blocks of any nature are a result of one thing： not being firmly in the present. Taking a shower is a simple and effective way to bring your attention back to the present. 【小题2】. And it enables you to develop more

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Mental blocks arise when you focus on what you don't want, instead of what you do want. A great trick for removing them is to change the channel or input for a few minutes. 【小题4】. For example, you could be writing a piece for a magazine only to be controlled by the hateful block. Now, stop writing and select a video to catch your attention. Twenty minutes later, the new you sits back feeling totally inspired.

Still stuck? Ask for help

【小题5】 . So turn to others if you are still stuck. By asking for help, you not only benefit from someone else's

A book review is a description of what you thought of a book. Sharing it with others can help them decide whether they might want to read the book too. 【小题1】

【小题2】 Aim to write about a book you enjoyed reading. It will be more fun to describe the characters and the plot, and people who are looking for a book to read will want to read your review.

【小题3】 First, give a short summary of what the book is about, without revealing too much of the plot,which might spoil the story for others. 【小题4】 This could be the narrator’s voice, the setting, or a problem a character faces. If the book reminds you of another book, you can add that.

【小题5】 Once you’re done, ask an adult to email your review to hello@theweekjunior.com. We print reviews from readers on our weekly Book Club page.