Not checking your phone first thing in the morning makes a difference to your overall happiness

8. Have a board game night

Get a group of friends round for some old school fun - no phones allowed. Remember how good Twister and Monopoly were? Make it a cool and quirky night in with friends by doing it with a few cocktails and retro nibbles, also great for getting different groups - like work colleagues or new neighbours - to know each other better.

9. Go outside

Make the most of the great outdoors and lose yourself in green space. A day out without your phone can feel liberating. You’re not going to be fumbling around for it in your bag, or giving it your full attention every time it goes off. It will allow you to more fully absorb and appreciate your surroundings. Plus being in a natural environment does wonders for your clearing your mind.

10. Find space to express yourself

140 characters just doesn’t cut it. Write a letter to a loved one - it will encourage you to write down all the things you never actually get a chance to say to them in the limited characters of a text. Get creative! If you’re struggling at home, then head down to one of our favourite events for crafting at The Make Escape or Drink Shop Do. There's lots of phone-free fun available at both.

Ultimately it's about balance. Having control over your devices, rather than the other way round. Use them, but don’t become addicted to them. If you feel like you could do with a break, come along on the next Unplugged Weekend on the 1st - 3rd August. Find out more at unpluggedweekend.com

10 ways to unplug and digitally detox your life