Do you really know? How can I have a healthier relationship with my smartphone?
Nov 20, 2025
Explore the addictive nature of smartphones and the phenomenon of doomscrolling, which can drain your emotional energy. Learn to recognize addiction cues and the importance of resisting the automatic urge to check your device. Discover how nighttime scrolling disrupts sleep and reclaim your mornings by limiting screen time. Joseph offers practical tips like using screen-time tools, hiding apps, and taking daily phone-free breaks to improve your smartphone relationship.
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Phones Are Deeply Integrated And Risky
- Smartphones now play a central and sometimes addictive role across work, relationships, and entertainment.
- Doomscrolling illustrates how compulsive use can drain energy and increase anxiety.
Resist The Automatic Reach
- Resist automatically reaching for your phone when anxious or waiting.
- Face stress directly or use alternatives like a book or notepad instead of scrolling.
Protect Your Sleep From Scrolling
- Avoid phone use before bed because scrolling disrupts melatonin and sleep.
- Put your phone down an hour or two before sleep and use a separate alarm clock.