2-minute Computer Breaks

January 27, 2013

Too much time in front of the computer? Read on…

For every 15 minutes of screen time, turn away and stare into the distance to prevent eyestrain, which can lead to irritated eyes, headaches, and low productivity.

Do you know about this practice? I am near-sighted. And I usually develop eyestrain from too much computer time. When I read about this 2-minute computer breaks, I tried it and it works for me.

Try it as well, especially to those bloggers who spend so much time in front of the computer.

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  1. rizal
    July 27, 2008 at 11:02 am

    hey, thanks for the tip..

    No wonder my eyes are tired after long hours staring at the computer screen..

    I would make this as a habit.

    Found yours thru entrecard.

    Heppi blogging and have a great day everyday ya.. :)

  2. Julie
    July 27, 2008 at 11:40 pm

    That’s good advice, and they teach that to us in health and safety type orientation, but do people really remember to do that? I doubt it. That’s why we all have bad posture and bad vision heh.

  3. Anna
    July 29, 2008 at 10:36 am

    Hi!
    I actually tried that upon reading here a few days ago.
    Yesterday, I somehow completely stopped because my eyes were real tired.
    I hope I can make this a habit.
    Take care!

  4. LiNTEK
    July 29, 2008 at 10:16 pm

    I’m a near-sighted too! I also tried doing the 3 min break and it works for me too!

    LiNTEK

  5. Sassy Mama Bear
    July 29, 2008 at 10:27 pm

    Great reminder, something I really need to do since suffering optic neuritis last year.

  6. Irene
    July 30, 2008 at 12:00 am

    Good tip! Mind if I pass it on? I love your blog and the short little posts, it’s so fun and easy to read!

    I’m going to add you to my blogrolls if you don’t mind,
    http://www.notesfromawannabewahm.blogspot.com
    http://www.happyhealthyfamilies.com

    Hope it’s okay with you!

  7. Patricia Rockwell
    July 30, 2008 at 1:19 am

    This was the perfect information. I knew I should be resting my eyes, but didn’t know how much. I will definitely practice this ratio from now on. Thanks!

  8. Atniz
    July 30, 2008 at 6:59 pm

    Great way.. I always turn to see my keyboard more frequently. Sometimes, I look up and side whenever thinking of something. Without realizing I’m just doing what u said.

  9. Cielo
    August 23, 2008 at 2:28 am

    thanks for reminding me….need to take a break now :)