We all know how distracting social media and smartphones can be but we also know that technology can be a great tool that actually helps us to be more productive, healthier and improve our overall wellbeing and that can fit into our family life in a positive way.
As we approach the new year I know many of us are starting to think how we can improve our life or home, mental and physical health and starting to set goals for the year ahead. We may want to connect with our family more, be more present, move more and get into nature & not surprisingly tech can really help with that when used correctly.
For me personally, I want to tap more into both my physical and mental wellbeing, be better with time management and make space for creativity and self care, something I struggle with as a busy parent.
Here are a few pieces of tech I am introducing into my life to help me do that.
1. GO Air Sport True Wireless Headphones
With two music-loving kids, who have different taste to me, I feel like I rarely get time to listen to the music I love but with these wireless headphones that easily pop into my bag, I can listen on the go, when on a dog walk, or waiting in the kids at one of their activities or even when cooking in the kitchen and I can also share one of them with my kids in the hopes to educate them with the best 90's jams.
This slim smartwatch allows me to track my sleep patterns, something I really want to improve on as well as being the perfect fitness companion with a built-in GPS tracker which let's you virtually see the distance of your routes and how far you went, whether that be a family hike in nature or a trail run. I feel this gives me some accountability and insight into my daily activities but in a positive way that fits into my busy family life.
I really struggle with the short days and dark nights, especially having grown up in South Africa and consistent sunshine. My mood and energy levels really dip during the winter months, so this Lumie light has been on my list for a long time. The Lumie Vitamin L light allows you to benefit from bright light all year round and is proven to boost mood and energy levels which of course have a positive effect when it comes to my parenting and being present and engaged with the kids.
4. GoPro HERO10 Black Action Camera
A GoPro is the perfect camera for family life, it's so robust and waterproof, so it can handle anything that is thrown at it and is also perfect for those who love getting outdoors and being active. As a family with SUP, kayak, hike, skate and surf so I know it's going to be a great way to document all our adventures in the new year. Photography is such a creative hobby and the GoPro isn't just great for adults bit also for kids to get to grips and improve their photography and video skills.
We are definitely a tech-positive household that see's the right tech as tools to improve our lives and actually help bring us closer together as a family and outdoors more. I am really looking forward to see the kids improving their photography skills in the new year, knowing more about my health and sleep patterns and improving my mood with the Lumie Light. All of these products are from Very.co.uk which offers a fantastic range of tech to fit all your needs.
*This post is a collaboration with Very, words are my own.
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