Imagine being locked in a hotel room for three days. No phone. No human contact. Just you, four walls, and your thoughts. Sounds like a social experiment, right? Well, as Miss England, I tried it—while preparing for filming, I had to reset my mind, wipe it clean with no outside influences, And let me tell you, the mind is a fascinating thing when left to its own devices.
Did it play tricks on me ? Yes, so I had to be resourceful and it wasn't easy.
In a world where we’re constantly stimulated, the idea of enforced solitude sounds almost dystopian. But instead of letting it break me, I saw it as a challenge. A chance to test my mental resilience. It was time to look outside the box and find ways to cope, entertain, and, dare I say it, thrive.
The Cold Shock Wake-Up Call
Each morning started with an ice bath, or as cold as I could get, No phone meant no mindless scrolling in bed, so straight into the freezing water I went. It was brutal but effective—shocking my system awake, clearing my head, and giving me a rush of energy. If you’ve never tried it, it’s like a legal, water-based adrenaline shot.
Word Searches: A Low-Tech Brain Gym
With no phone, I rediscovered the simple joy of a word search. It sounds old-school, but when you strip away the distractions, you start appreciating the small things. Word searches became a way to focus my mind, like a puzzle that demanded patience and attention. Plus, it kept me from overthinking—something that’s easy to do when you’re alone with your thoughts.
Books: The Ultimate Escape
Reading took on a new meaning. Without interruptions from notifications, I got lost in the pages. I wasn’t just skimming; I was absorbing, thinking, reflecting. It reminded me how rare uninterrupted reading time has become and how important it is to make space for it.
Hotel Room Workouts: Movement as Medicine
With no gym access, I got creative. Bodyweight workouts, yoga, even using a chair for tricep dips—anything to move and keep my energy up. Physical movement became my escape, breaking up the hours and keeping my body engaged while my mind adjusted to the stillness.
Meditation: The Art of Doing Nothing
Perhaps the hardest but most rewarding part—meditation. No distractions, just sitting with my thoughts. At first, it was uncomfortable. But eventually, I found peace in the stillness. Breathing, letting go, just existing. It taught me that sometimes, doing nothing is the most powerful thing you can do.
Could You Do It?
Three days, no phone, no contact. Just you and your mind. It’s harder than it sounds, but it’s also eye-opening. So, next time you’re feeling overwhelmed, maybe don’t reach for your phone. Try an ice bath. Pick up a book. Move your body. Meditate. You might just find yourself in the process.
