internet abstinence
[ˈɪntərnɛt ˈæbstɪnəns]
nounpl: internet abstinences
abstinência da internet
1. the practice of voluntarily refraining from using the internet or limiting internet usage for a period of time
After years of constant connectivity, she decided to practice internet abstinence for a month to improve her mental health.
Depois de anos de conectividade constante, ela decidiu praticar abstinência da internet por um mês para melhorar sua saúde mental.
2. a deliberate decision to disconnect from online platforms and digital devices
Internet abstinence has become a trend among young professionals seeking better work-life balance.
A abstinência da internet tornou-se uma tendência entre profissionais jovens que buscam melhor equilíbrio entre trabalho e vida pessoal.
Internet abstinence has gained significant traction in both Brazilian and American cultures as a response to digital burnout and mental health concerns. In Brazil, it's increasingly discussed in wellness and lifestyle circles, particularly among millennials and Gen Z. In the USA, it's often framed as a self-improvement practice and digital detox trend. The concept reflects growing awareness of technology's impact on well-being and represents a counter-movement to constant connectivity culture.
NYC Slang
going offline / unplugging / taking a digital break
Related Idioms & Phrases
take a break from the internet
disconnect from the digital world
go cold turkey on the internet
pull the plug on internet usage
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →