Life Kit Screen Time Overload? Here's How To Find Balance
Apr 30, 2020
Catherine Price, author of "How to Break Up with Your Phone," shares her insights on achieving a healthy balance with screen time. She discusses the importance of taking breaks to alleviate phone fatigue and improve mental well-being. Listeners learn to navigate the quality over quantity debate in their digital lives and explore effective strategies to combat Zoom fatigue. Price emphasizes setting boundaries, choosing apps mindfully, and embracing screen breaks as vital acts of self-care. It’s a refreshing guide to reclaiming your time and mental space!
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Environmental Controls
- Create a charging station for your phone somewhere nearby, but not within arm's reach.
- Put a book on your bedside table or set out a puzzle or crafting supplies instead of always reaching for your phone.
Mindful App Placement
- Be mindful of app placement on your phone's home screen.
- Prioritize apps that promote positive feelings; relocate or remove those that don't.
Managing Anxious Interactions
- Monitor how interacting with specific people makes you feel.
- If certain interactions consistently increase anxiety, consider reducing contact or discussing your feelings with the person involved.
