Screen-free Joy: Mindful Hobbies to Reduce Stress, Spark Creativity, and Restore Calm

Do you ever feel drained by endless scrolling, constant notifications, and too much screen time?In today’s fast-paced digital world, many of us spend more hours staring at devices than we realize. While technology can be useful, too much of it leaves us stressed, distracted, and disconnected from what truly matters. The solution isn’t to abandon technology completely – it’s to rediscover the joy of screen-free living through mindful hobbies that calm the mind, spark creativity, and bring balance back into everyday life.Screen-Free Joy: Mindful Hobbies to Reduce Stress, Spark Creativity, and Restore Calm by Mara Linton is your guide to stepping away from screens and reclaiming moments of presence. This encouraging book offers simple, enjoyable activities that help you relax, recharge, and feel more connected to yourself and others.Inside you’ll discover how to:Reduce stress and find calm with hobbies like journaling, gardening, and hikingSpark creativity through crafts such as knitting, quilting, pottery, and art journalingReconnect with friends and family through board games, card games, and puzzlesExperience mindful cooking and baking as relaxing, sensory-rich practicesExplore movement arts like yoga, tai chi, and dance to restore balanceEnjoy music and sound – whether through playing, singing, or mindful listening – as a path to relaxationBuild community by volunteering, joining local events, and forming real-life connectionsEach chapter introduces you to screen-free activities designed to reduce anxiety, improve focus, and help you enjoy more of life offline. Whether it’s writing in a journal, walking in nature, or learning a new craft, these hobbies serve as mindful rituals that strengthen emotional well-being and create lasting calm.This book is for you if:You feel overwhelmed by technology and want healthier balanceYou’re looking for stress relief that doesn’t involve more apps or gadgetsYou want to nurture creativity, focus, and relaxation in your daily routineYou’re ready to explore hobbies that make life more meaningful and joyfulUnlike guides that focus only on “digital detox,” Screen-Free Joy celebrates the activities that replace screen time with something richer and more fulfilling. These practices don’t just help you step away from devices – they help you step into a calmer, more connected, and more creative life.Imagine ending your day with a peaceful hobby instead of another hour online. Imagine creating something with your hands, laughing over a board game, or savoring a walk outdoors. That’s the promise of screen-free joy – and it’s waiting for you to begin.Mara Linton, author of Unplug to Reboot and Digital Burnout Recovery, brings her signature encouraging style to this timely guide, offering gentle steps toward balance in a world that rarely slows down. If you’ve been longing for calmer days, renewed creativity, and deeper connections beyond the screen, this book will show you the way.