A dopamine detox is not about complete deprivation but about resetting habits related to high-stimulation activities.
The detox aims to rebuild focus, presence, and patience by reducing activities like doomscrolling, video gaming, and multitasking.
The author's 30-day detox plan involved cutting down on certain habits like short-form content and adding activities like journaling, daily walks, and deep work sessions.
The detox resulted in improved focus, lower anxiety, better sleep, stable energy levels, and increased creativity, emphasizing the impact of reducing overstimulation on mental well-being.