Life Kit How to crave movement more than screen time
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Jul 10, 2025 
Join clinical psychologist Diana Hill, co-author of 'I Know I Should Exercise, But', and biomechanist Katy Bowman, a movement teacher, as they unravel ways to shift our focus from screens to movement. They explore psychological flexibility techniques like 'urge surfing' to combat screen cravings, promoting physical activity as a form of self-compassion. Highlighting the joy of movement, they provide strategies for incorporating variety and mindfulness into workouts, making exercise not just beneficial but also genuinely enjoyable.
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Psychological Flexibility for Movement
- Psychological flexibility lets you stay connected to your values despite difficult feelings or urges.
- It helps you act aligned with what you truly care about, overcoming inner resistance to movement.
Surf the Urge to Scroll and Move Instead of Mindless Phone Use
When you feel the urge to pick up your phone, try the technique called 'urge surfing' by noticing and sitting with the discomfort until the urge naturally fades away.
Use this rising urge as a cue to do simple movements like stretching, squatting, or dancing to redirect your attention and energy towards physical activity.
This method helps you practice psychological flexibility, enabling you to stay connected to your values and make choices that benefit your health over giving in to the instant gratification of screen time.
Each time you surf the urge and move instead of scrolling, you strengthen your ability to resist compulsive phone use and develop a healthier craving for movement.
Surf the Urge to Scroll
- Surf the urge to scroll by noticing it like a wave that rises and falls without acting on it.
- Practice staying present with the urge to build control and reduce compulsive phone use.