Top tips: THREAD
#1. Delete social media apps off your phone.
This removes the trigger of seeing the logo and clicking, so it’s much less likely for you to mindlessly open it up. You can still access it from google/your laptop if absolutely necessary.https://twitter.com/_jordan_bates/status/1019072850966089729 …
-
Show this thread
-
#2. Download Moment.
This app tracks the time spent on your phone. You’ll be absolutely shocked to realised how much of your day is wasted, and that will make you think twice before scrolling1 reply 0 retweets 0 likesShow this thread -
#3. Download WeCroak.
Not directly related, but WeCroak is an app that reminds you 5 times a day that you are going to die. If you open up the notification, it also gives you a death related quote to ponder. Definitely makes you consider whether you’re using your time wisely1 reply 0 retweets 0 likesShow this thread -
I’ve used a combination of these over the past 6 months, and although it was difficult to begin with, I can see now that I’ve made major improvements. I no longer spend any time on Facebook (I simply deleted the app and just use messenger), and I now just have to work on YouTube
1 reply 0 retweets 0 likesShow this thread
I wrote a blog post on information overload and the paradox of choice that has some more mindfulness-oriented tips towards the bottom http://the-unexamined.com/trop-de-choix-tue-le-choix/ …
Loading seems to be taking a while.
Twitter may be over capacity or experiencing a momentary hiccup. Try again or visit Twitter Status for more information.
