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  • Dear Blocko.

  • What if you sat at your computer forever?

  • Great question.

  • I think my animator might have a thing or two to say about that one.

  • At first, everything seems fine.

  • You're productive.

  • Knocking out emails and sipping on coffee.

  • But if you stay that way for too long, things can go downhill pretty quickly.

  • In just a week, you might notice dry eyes, neck stiffness, and wrist pain creeping in.

  • It's nothing major yet, but your body is already sending warning signs.

  • Fast forward a few years and the effects start piling up.

  • Poor posture turns into chronic back pain, your muscles weaken from lack of movement, your circulation slows, increasing the risk of serious health issues like heart disease.

  • Some researchers have even created an image of their own idea of what prolonged technology use might do to humans in just 800 years.

  • They've named this creation Mindy.

  • Let's take a look at Mindy, oh, oh God, oh no, that's horrible.

  • With features like hunched necks from looking at screens, claw-like hands from typing too much, thicker skulls, smaller brains, and even a second eyelid to protect against blue light.

  • It's easy to see how prolonged computer use can turn humans into nightmare fuel.

  • Okay, maybe that's all a bit dramatic, but the risks of constant sitting at the computer are very real.

  • The good news is it's easy to avoid this nightmare. No, no, get that off the screen, I don't want to look at that anymore.

  • Taking regular breaks to stretch, adjusting your desk and chair to an ergonomic setup, and spending more time standing or walking can make a huge difference.

  • Remember, practice these whenever you can, your body and future self will thank you.

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  • As always, my name is Blocko, this has been Life Noggin.

  • Don't forget to keep on thinking.

Dear Blocko.

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