Answering the most common questions about the Disconnect-
Be Screen Smart movement
1. Understanding the Disconnect Movement
Q: Are you anti-tech?
A: No, we’re pro-balance.
Disconnect celebrates technology’s benefits while teaching you when, where, and how to use your devices mindfully. It’s not about banning phones, but about stopping addictive screen habits and reclaiming your focus.
Q: Isn’t screen time management just a personal choice?
A: Yes, but the community makes it easier.
Every family or team decides its boundaries. Our programs, including Be Screen Smart courses and workshops, create support networks so you don’t feel alone when enforcing healthy screen limits.
Q: Why use social media to promote digital detox? Isn’t that hypocritical?
A: We’re adults using tech with intention.
We meet people where they are: on Instagram, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, to spread the message of mindful screen use. The aim is to help you distinguish between purposeful tech and endless scrolling.
2. Screen Time Management for Parents
Q: Won’t I stunt my child’s tech skills by limiting smartphone use?
A: No, tech literacy goes beyond scrolling.
We meet people where they are: on Instagram, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, to spread the message of mindful screen use. The aim is to help you distinguish between purposeful tech and endless scrolling.
Q: How early should I set screen boundaries for my kids?
A: Start as soon as screens enter their life.
Pediatricians recommend minimal exposure for toddlers and structured limits (e.g., 30 minutes/day) for preschoolers. Our Be Screen Smart: Parents Edition offers age‑appropriate strategies for ages 3 through teens.
Q: My kids resist screen rules. How do I get buy‑in?
A: Lead by example and involve them in rule‑making.
When you model mindful phone use and co‑create family screen agreements, children feel respected and comply more readily. We teach you engaging routines, no‑phone zones, and fun offline alternatives.
Q: Can these strategies help with kids’ homework and online learning?
A: Yes, by distinguishing study screen time from leisure screen time.
We teach structured screen scheduling so educational use (homework, e‑learning) remains separate from recreational screen use, improving focus and academic performance.
Q: How do I balance my screen use with parenting?
A: Practice what you preach. Schedule your no‑screen times.
Our course emphasises lead by example: plan adult no‑phone hours, share your screen‑free experiences with your children, and build a cohesive family digital wellness routine.
3. Digital Detox & Productivity for Individuals
Q: How do I know if I need a digital detox?
A: You’re anxious without your phone or struggle to focus.
Signs of digital overload include constant device checks, poor sleep, irritability, and reduced productivity. The Be Screen Smart, Individuals course starts with a self‑audit and guides you through simple, sustainable detox techniques.
Q: Will I have to quit social media completely?
A: No, we teach balance, not deprivation.
Our focus is on screen‑time optimization: turning off non‑essential notifications, using grayscale, and scheduling daily no‑scroll blocks, so you stay connected without getting sucked in.
Q: What immediate benefits can I expect?
A: Better sleep, sharper focus, less stress.
Many participants report improved concentration, reduced digital fatigue, deeper sleep, and a sense of calm within the first week of applying our methods.
Q: Can I customize the detox to my lifestyle?
A: Yes, our tips adapt to any routine.
Whether you’re a remote worker, commuter, or night‑owl, we provide flexible detox frameworks from micro‑breaks to weekend detoxes, tailored to your schedule.
Q: Do you provide follow‑up support after the course?
A: Yes, access to community and refresher resources.
You’ll join our Disconnect community for ongoing tips, monthly challenges to sustain your screen‑smart habits.
4. Digital Detox for Schools
Q: What do your school workshops cover?
A: Long‑term screen effects, role modeling, and policy guidance.
Our Be Screen Smart School Workshops delve into the cognitive, social, and physical impacts of excessive device use. We train teachers and parents to model mindful habits and help schools draft sustainable smartphone policies.
Q: Why should schools consider a digital detox workshop?
A: To protect focus, learning, and mental health
Children are spending 6-8 hours a day on screens, and research links this to shorter attention spans, anxiety, and poor academic performance. A digital detox workshop helps schools understand these impacts and gives parents and teachers actionable strategies to create a healthier, screen‑smart environment.
Q: How does the “Be Screen Smart” workshop help schools manage screen time?
A: By building a shared action plan between parents and teachers
We teach schools to set clear smartphone usage policies, guide parents on leading by example, and support teachers with tools to encourage tech‑light learning. The result? Students stay more focused, creative, and present in the classroom.
Q: Isn’t tech part of modern education?
A: Yes, but balance is key
We’re not anti‑tech. We understand digital learning is important, but excessive screen time beyond academics is harmful. Our workshops teach schools how to integrate tech mindfully while protecting students from the addictive pull of endless scrolling.
Q: Are these school workshops in‑person or online?
A: Flexible formats to suit every school
We offer in‑person sessions across India and interactive online workshops worldwide. Schools can choose from a quick awareness session or a deeper half‑day training tailored to their needs.
5. Digital Detox for Organisations
Q: Why should companies offer a digital wellness or digital detox workshop?
A: To combat digital burnout and improve productivity
Employees today live in an always‑connected culture, checking emails late at night and scrolling during breaks. This leads to reduced focus, higher stress, and burnout. A digital detox workshop helps teams find balance, reduce screen fatigue, and reclaim productivity.
Q: How do you help organisations improve digital wellness?
A: Training on work‑life ends, deep‑work sessions, and logger‑off rituals.
We deliver corporate digital wellness workshops that equip teams to combat digital burnout, set clear after‑hours boundaries, and implement focus‑boosting techniques for higher productivity.
Q: What will employees learn in a corporate digital detox session?
A: Practical tools to be screen‑smart and stress‑free
We cover how to set after‑hours boundaries, batch notifications, create tech‑free zones for deep work, and manage digital distractions. Your team walks away with actionable tools to boost focus and well‑being.
Q: How does reducing screen time help a company’s culture?
A: It builds a healthier, more productive workforce
When leaders and teams model balanced screen habits, they foster collaboration, reduce overwhelm, and create a culture where logging off after work is encouraged, not frowned upon.
Q: Are these digital detox workshops for organisations available globally?
A: Yes, both in‑person and virtual options
Disconnect offers on‑site programs across India and live virtual sessions worldwide, making it easy for organisations to schedule wellness initiatives, leadership trainings, or off-site events.
6. TECHNICAL & SUPPORT QUESTIONS
Q: How do I sign up for Be Screen Smart courses?
A: Click “Start Your Journey,” choose your course, and check out.
After payment, you’ll receive an email with Zoom links, pre‑work materials, and instructions, ready for your first interactive session.
Q: Can I reschedule if I miss my session?
A: Yes, one free reschedule within 60 days.
We understand life happens. Email your request at least 48 hours before your session to request a one‑time reschedule.
Q: What is your refund policy?
A: All sales are final; no refunds.
We maintain a no‑refund policy to ensure fairness. However, you can reschedule once or transfer your enrollment to someone else upon request.
Q: How can I contact customer support?
A: Email or WhatsApp us via the site icon.
Our support team responds within 24 hours on weekdays. For urgent queries, use the WhatsApp chat feature on our website.
7. More Doubts? We’ve got you!
Q: What are effective ways to reduce screen time?
A: Set app limits, use focus modes, and create no‑screen zones.
Start with 15‑minute “phone‑free” blocks, switch apps to grayscale, and schedule consistent offline activities like reading, walking, or family games.
Q: Can workshops be delivered virtually?
A: Yes, live online or in‑person, globally.
We offer live virtual workshops on Zoom and in‑person sessions across India. Our interactive format includes polls, breakout rooms, and real‑time exercises.
Q: Who can benefit from Be Screen Smart?
A: Anyone overwhelmed by screens: parents, professionals, students, schools.
Whether you’re a parent modeling habits, an individual battling doom‑scrolling, or an organisation fighting digital fatigue, our courses and workshops provide tailored strategies.
Q: How is Disconnect different from other digital detox programs?
A: We focus on balance, not complete abstinence.
Unlike programs demanding you quit all tech, Disconnect teaches mindful use, helping you harness the benefits of devices while avoiding their pitfalls.
Q: Is there a digital detox course in India?
A: Yes, Disconnect’s live online Be Screen Smart course.
Join our digital detox course in India to learn proven strategies and community support, led by certified experts in tech‑wellness.
Q: How do I book a workshop for my school or organisation?
A: Email us at disconnectonline.hq@gmail.com
Visit our Workshops page, submit the form, or email us directly. We’ll respond within 24 hours with available dates, session outlines, and pricing.
Q: How do I maintain a healthy screen‑work balance?
A: Define work hours, schedule breaks, and log off fully after work.
Use calendar blocking for deep work, silence non‑urgent notifications, and establish an end‑of‑day ritual (e.g., 10 mins of stretching) to signal digital shutdown.
Final thought
Disconnect isn’t about rejecting your devices, it’s about reclaiming balance.
We believe families, individuals, and workplaces deserve real freedom from the constant pull of screens. When parents lead by example, when schools and organizations join in, we make it easier for everyone to build healthier tech habits and focus on what truly matters.
This isn’t about saying no to technology, it’s about saying yes to mindful use, real‑world connections, and a calmer, more present life. The more of us who choose to be screen smart, the more normal it becomes. We’re in this together.
Got further questions?
If you’ve got more questions about digital detoxing, screen time management, or our Be Screen Smart course, we’d love to hear from you.
We’ll keep updating our FAQs regularly, so feel free to reach out to us ‘Hi’ and we’ll do our best to answer and guide you.
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