Reclaiming Family Time: How to Build a Tech-Free Evening Routine

Evenings are a precious opportunity for families to unwind, connect, and prepare for restful sleep. Yet screens often dominate this time, pulling attention away from meaningful interaction.

Steps to a Tech-Free Evening:

• Set a consistent screen curfew, ideally one hour before bedtime, to reduce blue light exposure
• Replace screens with calming activities: reading, board games, storytelling, or sharing highlights of the day
• Designate device-free zones like bedrooms and dining areas
• Prepare for the next day together: pack lunches, lay out clothes, review schedules
• Lead by example - put your own phone away and be fully present.

Change takes time, but the benefits are worth it: better sleep, improved behavior, and stronger relationships.

A tech-free evening routine isn’t about restriction - it’s about intention. Prioritizing connection over consumption allows families to end each day with peace, presence, and love.