F U T M O T I V A T E DOPAMINE DETOX RESET YOUR BRAIN IN 7 DAYS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 5 Day 1 Day 5 2 6 Day 2 Day 6 3 7 Day 3 Day 7 4 8 Day 4 Conclusion FutMotivate DAY 1 PREPERATION AND PLANNING Morning: Reflection and Goal Setting Start with a 10-minute meditation focusing on breath and presence. Spend 30 minutes writing down what you hope to achieve and why you're doing this detox. Afternoon: Environment Preparation Declutter your workspace and home from distractions. Uninstall or disable distracting apps and social media notifications. Evening: Communication Explain your week's plan to friends and family to set expectations. Write down a commitment pledge and place it somewhere visible. FutMotivate 1 DAY 2 DIGITAL DETOX Morning: Media-Free Morning Begin your day with a 20-minute meditation or light yoga to focus your mind. Enjoy a breakfast without any digital devices around. Mid-morning: Engaged Reading Read a book or an article from a print medium on personal growth or a hobby. Afternoon: Nature Walk Take a 1-2 hour walk in nature, focusing on the sensory experiences around you. Evening: Creative Offline Activities Engage in a non-digital hobby like sports. FutMotivate 2 DAY 3 SOCIAL AND SENSORY Morning: Solo Time Spend the morning in solitude doing a calming activity like grounding or enjoying nature. Afternoon: Sensory Reduction Limit auditory and visual noise; try blindfolded meditation or eating a meal in silence. Evening: Reflective Journaling Reflect on your experiences with reduced sensory input and social interactions through journaling. FutMotivate 3 DAY 4 FOCUSED WORK Morning: Deep Work Session Begin with a task that requires concentration and skill, such as writing or complex problem-solving (many others), for 90 minutes. Mid-morning: Mindful Breaks Take a 20-minute break involving a physical activity like stretching or a short walk. Afternoon: Second Deep Work Session Continue another session of focused work on a different or ongoing task. Evening: Leisure Reading Wind down with a book that enhances learning or personal interests. FutMotivate 4 DAY 5 NATURE AND NURTURE Morning: Outdoor Exploration Visit a park or natural reserve, spend time walking or simply being in nature. Afternoon: Picnic and Passive Crafts Have a picnic with simple, preferably homemade food. Bring a craft activity that can be done outdoors, like sketching or journaling. Evening: Relaxation Techniques Practice relaxation techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation or aromatherapy. FutMotivate 5 DAY 6 MINDFULNESS AND REFLECTION Morning: Guided Meditation Participate in a guided meditation focusing on mindfulness or attend a local meditation class. Mid-morning: Introspective Journaling Spend time writing about your mental, emotional, and physical states and any changes you've noticed. Afternoon: Slow-Paced Hobby Engage in a slow-paced hobby that allows for thoughtful participation, such as reading or journaling. Evening: Mindful Eating Prepare a meal with attention to the ingredients, textures, and flavors, eating in silence to fully appreciate the food. FutMotivate 6 DAY 7 PLANNING FORWARD Morning: Review and Reflect Review your journal and notes from the week to assess changes and benefits. Mid-morning: Goal Setting Set goals based on your detox experience. Plan how to manage potentially detrimental habits. Afternoon: Gentle Reintroduction Slowly reintroduce some digital or social activities, noting their impact on your well-being. Evening: Celebration Celebrate the completion of your detox week with a rewarding yet non-dopamine-spiking activity. FutMotivate 7 CONCLUSION Embarking on a dopamine detox is a transformative journey towards selfawareness and a balanced lifestyle. This week-long detox is designed to help you reduce reliance on digital and sensory stimulation, which often distracts from our true needs and goals. By minimizing these stimuli, you can enhance focus, reconnect with nature, and deepen personal interactions. Thank you for reading and embarking on this detox journey with me. If you found this guide helpful or have any reflections you’d like to share, please feel free to shoot me a DM. I’d love to hear what you liked and how you’re applying these practices in your daily life. FutMotivate 8