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Digital Detox
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Jul 30, 2026
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Why I’m Taking a Break
The Rubin Report·Jul 30, 2026
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A complete break from phones and digital clutter enhances clear thinking and sparks creativity.
“My mind exploded after about two weeks with just thoughts. I was just like, what? Just like firing on all cylinders.”
Flagrant · Mar 2026 · 1 episode · 693K views on this topic
Dave Rubin believes that stepping away from technology for an annual month-long digital detox is essential for personal reset and perspective.
“I do a lot of stuff and then I set things up properly so that once a year for the past 10 years I can disappear for one month and get off the hamster wheel and put this thing in a freaking safe.”
The Rubin Report · Jul 2026 · 4 episodes · 578K views on this topic
A period of complete digital disconnection can effectively restore one's ability to focus and improve mental well-being.
“My attention went back to being as good as it had been when I was 17. I could sit and read a book for eight hours a day and focus deeply.”
Rich Roll · Feb 2022 · 1 episode · 149K views on this topic
Dr. Drew Pinsky believes that taking breaks from online activity and devices is universally beneficial for well-being.
“Everybody reports improvement in sense of well-being. It's just a universal thing.”
The Rubin Report · Aug 2025 · 1 episode · 64K views on this topicExtracted by a model; may misattribute who said what.
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