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A successful grassroots initiative by WDDD is showing how villages can collectively restore balance, connection, and peace in the digital age. Read more

The global digital wellness movement receives international media recognition.

The formula is designed to be simple enough for universal adoption and structured enough for policy integration.

Dr. Rekha Chaudhari in meaningful discussion with Shri Nitin Gadkari

World Digital Detox Day 2025 was meaningfully celebrated through powerful wellness initiatives at IOSIS Spa & Salon and SORIN Luxury Spa & Salon.

A soulful Yin & Sound Yoga experience led by WDDD Ambassador Adrianna Lawera, offering deep digital detox through movement, stillness, and sound.

The spirit of World Digital Detox Day 2025 came alive at सावित्रीबाई फुले माध्यमिक व उच्च माध्यमिक विद्यालय, located in Sorpada, Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra — where students, teachers, and the school community embraced mindful technology use and real-life connection.

Children across three communities experienced joyful, screen-free moments through games, yoga, and inclusive activities on World Digital Detox Day 2025.

Olga González led meaningful dialogues in Mexico, linking digital habits with social peace and community well-being.

WDDD Ambassador Ram Chatterjee led meaningful celebrations across Hyatt Regency Hua Hin , engaging communities, schools, and public institutions.

France marked World Digital Detox Day by returning to nature, reminding the world that balance begins beyond screens.

From tranquil hot springs in Vietnam to mindful pauses worldwide, World Digital Detox Day 2025 was lived, felt, and celebrated.

Students, citizens, volunteers, and leaders came together in Pune to spread a powerful message — “Disconnect to Reconnect.” The Walk for World Digital Detox Day became a moving symbol of collective commitment to mental well-being and mindful living.

Led by Sushmita Sarangi ji, a thoughtful celebration of World Digital Detox Day 2025 taken place across the venues.

with Unique Eye-Health Initiative Led by Ambassador Vanishri Joshi

Organises WORLD DIGITAL DETOX DAY, let's switch off to reconnect - with ourselves, friends, and the real world!

Mumbai: Dr. Rekha Chaudhary started the 'World Digital Detox Day' movement in 2016 to create awareness against the excessive use of smartphones and social media.

The 1111 Formula of World Digital Detox Day: A simple daily practice to restore the mind, strengthen relationships, and reclaim our humanity.

The December 9th session of the WDDD 2025 Panel Series explores how human relationships can be rebuilt in an age dominated by screens. Experts from Italy, France, and Portugal share insights on reconnecting with presence, empathy, and meaningful interaction.

Work, Wellness, and the Screen: Corporate Detox for Mental Strength

The second session of the WDDD Online Panel Discussion Series 2025 | December 2nd, bringing together experts from four countries to discuss emotional fatigue and mindful rituals. This powerful opening marks the start of a month-long global learning movement leading to World Digital Detox Day on 10th December.

Let’s celebrate, inspire, and lead the world toward mindful technology use — together. 💙📵

10 December 202508:30 AM📍Shaniwar Wada, PuneJoin thousands in Pune for a powerful walk promoting mental health,digital well-being and a global call for mindful technology use.

1-week social media detox led to significant reductions in symptoms of depression, anxiety, and insomnia, particularly among individuals with greater baseline symptom severity

The Grand Celebration of World Digital Detox Day Awards 2025 will be held on 6th January 2026 at the prestigious Trimurti Prangan, Mantralaya, Mumbai. Join this inspiring movement that celebrates mindful living and the responsible use of technology.

The World Digital Detox Day (WDDD) community proudly welcomes Carina Alejandra Di Caro, Founder of Aroma a Campo by Carina Di Caro®️, as the Ambassador of Scent & Silence – WDDD Argentina 🇦🇷. A visionary entrepreneur, wellness expert, and Lavender Taster, Carina has been pioneering aromatic and sensory experiences that reconnect people with their emotions, nature, and inner calm — guiding them away from digital overload and back to balance. 🙏 Her appointment symbolizes the essence of WDDD — a movement that celebrates mindful living, sensory awareness, and emotional connection beyond screens.

A proud moment for India and the global World Digital Detox Day (WDDD) family — the movement has been honoured at the Global Peace Hospitality Awards 2025 held in Dubai. Recognized under the “Hospitality and Humanity” category, this distinction celebrates WDDD as a non-profit humanitarian mission devoted to restoring balance between humanity and technology — reminding the world that peace begins with a peaceful mind. From Mumbai to Dubai, WDDD continues to unite millions in its mission of mindful living and responsible digital use.

The World Digital Detox Day (WDDD) community held its Global Ambassadors Meeting on 28 September 2025, bringing together leaders and changemakers from across continents. The session, led by Dr. Rekha Chaudhari, celebrated ongoing milestones and outlined the next phase of the global movement towards mindful technology use and Analog Wellness.

It’s a proud and inspiring moment for the World Digital Detox Day (WDDD) family as The Hindu, one of India’s leading national newspapers, featured our founder Dr. Rekha Chaudhari in its Students’ Day Special Edition (October 15, 2025) with the powerful article titled —📰 “Why Can’t We Put Our Phones Down?”In this feature, Dr. Rekha shares a moving message about the unseen emotional impact of excessive screen use among children, calling it a “digital public health emergency.” She highlights the urgent need to restore human connection, emotional balance, and discipline in an age where even toddlers are being introduced to screens before they can speak. 🙏 Her message—“Do not let screens steal your spirit”—deeply resonates with WDDD’s mission of Analog Wellness, reminding us that true happiness and creativity are born from presence, not pixels.

Join World Digital Detox Day (WDDD) — founded in India by Dr. Rekha Chaudhari, now active in 78 countries — for a Digital Detox Research & Awareness Internship!

Be the voice of change this World Digital Detox Day (WDDD) 🌍

Last Date of Submission: 15th November 2025

We are delighted to welcome Leticia V. Ferreyra as Co-Ambassador for Argentina in the World Digital Detox Day community.

The August edition of the World Digital Detox Day Newsletter is now live. It features key highlights from the month—events, celebrations, and collaborations that are shaping the global Analog Wellness movement.

On the occasion of Ashadi Ekadashi, students from SKN Sinhgad College of Engineering delivered impactful street play performances to promote digital wellness and mindful technology use.

A proud moment for the World Digital Detox Day movement—our founder, Dr. Rekha Chaudhari, was invited by PHDCCI to the 2nd Global Spiritual Tourism Conclave held recently in Ujjain. Her presence reflects the growing global impact of WDDD’s mission and its resonance across wellness and spiritual communities.

On 25th August, Dr. Rekha will deliver a talk on “Why Digital Fasting?” at Dattakala Shikshan Sanstha, Bhigwan. The event will also mark the signing of an MoU for future collaboration.

We joyfully welcome Esther Plaza, a global leader in women’s wellness, as our new WDDD Ambassador.

We welcome Calvin Odera, Founder of Digital Health & Education Network – Kenya, as a WDDD Founder-Level Ambassador.

SKN Sinhgad College Joins Pandharpur Wari in Devotion

Meet Liew Li Xuan, founder of LifeUp and youth voice for change. Her passion for digital wellness and mental health inspires many. We’re proud to welcome her to the global WDDD family!

SVERI’s College honored WDDD during the sacred Pandharpur Wari. Students took the WDDD oath and celebrated mindful disconnection. A beautiful alignment of tradition, spirituality, and digital detox.

Rayat Shikshan Sanstha’s Dada Patil College, Karjat (Dist – Ahilyanagar) brought together minds and hearts for a mindful digital cleanse. Led by the vision of Principal Dr. Sanjay Nagarkar, Vice Principal Dr. Pardeshi, and Prof. Swapnil Mhaske, the event wasn’t just about disconnecting from screens—it was about reconnecting with self, nature, and community.

In the anxiety-generation century, the phenomenon of digital overexposure has evolved into a multidimensional crisis that intersects with mental health decline, cognitive overload, social fragmentation, and cultural dislocation.

Sue Atkins shares a powerful guide for parents, doctors, and hospitals. #ScreenFreeEarlyYears supports healthy brain, emotional, and social development. Let’s help little minds grow free from digital distractions.

A powerful petition by Dr. Rekha Chaudhari sparks legal action for child online safety. Supreme Court of India takes cognizance of growing digital harm to young users. Over 100 media platforms spotlight this historic step for digital wellness.

With 25+ years in education, Gabriela leads wellness through sports and analog living. An inspiring educator, mental health advocate, and founder of Tu Jugada Sports School. She joins the WDDD mission to promote movement, balance, and well-being.

CEO of Africa Wellness Foundation, Dr. Ross champions mindful living in Africa. As WDDD 2025 Ambassador, she promotes holistic wellness beyond screens. Her message: pause, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters.

WDDD 2024 went global thanks to our incredible ambassadors worldwide. Their heartfelt events inspired real change in homes, schools, and communities. We’re proud to honor them with certificates of appreciation.