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Eye strain from staring at devices is a widespread issue. Most people work, play, and maintain relationships through screens, which averages out to 6 hours and 35 minutes per day (and that’s in addition to work or school)! That translates to 46 hours and 5 minutes per week, or 2,402 hours and 55 minutes per year.2
With numbers like these, attention to eye health is more important now than ever; our dependence on technology certainly isn’t going anywhere. And just like innovation brought us technology, innovation also holds the key to combating the effects it has on our bodies. Here are some key suggestions from eye care professionals to help reduce common symptoms of digital eye strain. Spoiler alert: none of them involve wearing glasses!
Follow the 20-20-20 rule.
You can find some relief by taking a 20-20-20 break: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. It’s easy to remember because we all want 20/20 vision, and it’s a good excuse to look out the window.
Adjust your workspace screen to be slightly below eye level and about an arm’s length away.
This simple tweak to your work area can really improve your posture, as well as the amount of strain on your eyes. A win-win!
Adjust the brightness of your device.
Brightness levels also play into how hard our eyes have to work. Our screen brightness should match our surroundings, especially during the evening hours.
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These contact lenses are specifically made to address eye dryness and tiredness caused by digital devices. Digital Zone Optics® lens design and Aquaform® Technology are two innovations that when combined help with the tiredness and dryness that can be caused by digital eye fatigue.
Additionally, Biofinity Energys® monthly replacement contact lenses are designed to help our eyes better adapt for a more comfortable wearing experience3. This part is tricky because contacts can be hard to adjust to, and trust me—no one wants what feels like gritty sandpaper in there. Comfort is key!
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References:
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6020759/
- Asurion-sponsored survey by Market Research Firm Solidea Solutions conducted August 18-20, 2019 of 1,998 U.S. smartphone users, compared to an Asurion-sponsored survey conducted by market research company OnePoll between Sept. 11 – 19, 2017 of 2000 U.S. adults with a smartphone.
- Biofinityenergys.com
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Later, she looks through them and sees what is happening around her. Morris-Cafiero finds that people are often looking at her body, or commenting on it with their gaze or body language, at times even appearing to mock her.
"I then examine the images to see if any of the passersby had a critical or questioning element in their face or body language."
"I consider my photographs a social experiment and I reverse the gaze back on to the stranger and place the viewer in the position of being a witness to a moment in time. The project is a performative form of street photography," she writes.
Her work has been exhibited across the U.S. and abroad.
She also published her book, The Watchers, which shows her photo collection and includes comments made to her about her body from passerby.
You can see that even people in positions of authority, like this police officer, feel comfortable mocking her just for being out in public.
Though she's not looking at the people around her, Morris-Cafiero's photographs capture a split second in time that really crystalizes how people relate to one another on the street and the judgment she receives from strangers.
In galleries, with the words beside them, the photos are even more pointed. She also includes the positive words she receives from people who have experienced discrimination for their size or any other aspect to their body that is consistently bothered by the dominant culture.
Though we all theoretically know that people, women in particular, are discriminated against for their size, seeing it captured in photographs is gut-wrenching:
The project has gone viral as people identify with Morris-Cafiero's experience, which means a lot of people relate to being stared at and commented on by folks who should mind their own business. Does that include you? You can check out more of her incredible work here.
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Furbo is using Giving Tuesday to support dogs in need
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Throughout the year, for every Furbo Dog Camera purchased, Furbo for Goodsponsors one rescued dog by providing meals, healthcare, training, and all the love a good boy/girl needs. That’s because it’s their mission to actively make a difference in pets’ lives before they’ve found their forever home. However, Furbo wants to contribute even more for Giving Back Tuesday.
Furbo For Good x Giving Tuesday
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First and foremost, Furbo understands that they provide pet owners with peace of mind. Now they want to give that same peace of mind to the places that help stray animals the most. That’s why during Giving Tuesday this year, Furbo For Good will donate two Furbo Cameras to a dog rescue, animal shelter, or medical charity for each Furbo purchased. We all know how much our dogs do for us, which is why Furbo wants to double the happiness.
This Tuesday, one Furbo for your home = two Furbos for dogs waiting for their forever homes. That’s a reason for happy zoomies.
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From new puppy woes to senior dogs recovering from surgery - Furbo helps pet parents know what’s happening when they’re not at home. Adoptive dog parents have shared countless stories of the change Furbo has made when getting a new family pet adjusted to their forever home, and we’re honored to be part of that transition. That’s because, at its core, the Furbo Dog Camera provides connection, comfort, and ease of mind for you and your pets when you are not home. Most importantly, these features have helped keep dogs safe when they’re home alone. Last year, Furbo Dog Camera helped save 27,865 dogs’ lives, and thanks to Furbo For Good x Giving Tuesday, it can be even more.
This Giving Tuesday, give yourself peace of mind and give dogs in need something special. Click here to learn more about Furbo Dog Camera.