E. Mitchell's Participate 4.1.3 Digital Health Quest

• What is the most proactive means of ensuring the most balanced blend of technology and well-being?
• In my opinion it is perspective.  At one point I was questioning how much time I was spending behind my computer, iPhone, and iPad.  One day I just realized I was not happy.  When I started to think about the reasons why, it all went back to the time I felt I did not have.  Of course I realized then I would have time if I disconnected from electronic media.  In addition, with the activity level of my two young children, I do not have time for electronic media until they go to bed.  It is a priority of mine to NOT be on my phone or computer around them; I want to set a good example of what I expect of them in the future and that is family comes first.  When I started to disconnect, I found myself in much happier moods, satisfied with how much I was accomplishing, as well as closer to my husband and family.  The "proactive means" is never losing sight of what is important--making yourself happy!
• What can students and teachers do to make sure they get the most from technology while simultaneously safeguarding good health?
• Plan their time!!  Make a schedule!  I do not sit down to work until around 8pm.  I have a time that I call quits whether or not everything on my electronic media is done---I need sleep!  But I make a schedule to work every night; I do not procrastinate so my work doesn't pile up.  Planning accordingly takes away a lot of stress but can also balance time.  Sticking to a schedule is very beneficial!