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To: MomwithHope

Despite growing up with smartphones, 63% of Gen Z now intentionally unplug, the highest rate of any generation.

On average, 70% of time Americans spend online leaves them feeling disconnected and lonely rather than genuinely connected, leading to feelings of being overwhelmed (25%), anxious (22%), and irritable (18%).

84% of Americans have adopted analogue lifestyle choices, with 32% writing in notebooks, 31% reading printed books, and 28% using paper calendars to create boundaries screens can’t provide.

70% of Americans plan to read more in 2026, with half choosing physical books specifically, citing how reading makes them feel relaxed (46%), mentally stimulated (32%), and grounded (27%).

https://studyfinds.org/young-americans-unplugging-happier/

Hope for the future!


3,123 posted on 01/14/2026 10:27:21 AM PST by Melian (🟠✴️ Reminder: Memes are made to make you think or laugh. Verify for yourself before reposting. ✴️🟠)
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To: Melian

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3,125 posted on 01/14/2026 10:34:01 AM PST by WildHighlander57 ((the more you tighten your grip, the more star systems will slip through your fingers.) )
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