We’re losing focus on the present. We spend 47% of our time thinking about something other than what we’re actually doing. In the UK, US and Australia, fuelled by the desire to slow down and appreciate the moment, mindfulness – which can reduce anxiety by 70% – is now the antidote to busy city lifestyles.

Many people are now spending more time on their phones than watching television. Lufthansa's new smartphone app turns getting up into a game, demonstrating how brands are adapting to the shift towards mobile living.

New research states that teenagers need nine hours' sleep to function properly, but a combination of natural hormone changes and elevated screen usage leaves half of teens sleep deprived, with 20% falling asleep in classes.

The number of sleep-deprived people in Britain has risen by 50% since the start of 2013. Researchers believe the shift could be related to the use of smartphones and tablets before bed, with studies showing that 80% of Brits use smart devices directly before sleeping.

An estimated 50 and 70 million adults in the US alone have a sleep disorder. And with problems with sleep leading to more serious health issus, there's growing interest in sleep tracking apps and devices that help people get as restful a sleep as possible.

Over-connected consumers are looking to chill out – and achieve more in the process. Brands are capitalising on our collective exhaustion and building big brownie points as they do so. But how did space and silence – very simplistic commodities – become the ultimate luxury?

Healthy eating and regular exercise is the well-trodden route to a healthy body. But what about a healthy mind? Headspace claims that using its meditation app just ten minutes a day can reduce symptoms of anxiety, boost quality of sleep and lower blood pressure.

As having a strong work ethic is increasingly valued and respected, being hard-working no longer means you’re a geek. On the contrary, it's becoming a preferable lifestyle choice.