Mindfulness
fromWIRED
1 week agoMy Blissful, Unbothered Life as a 'Do Not Disturb' Maximalist
Ignoring push notifications through Do Not Disturb mode can enhance life quality by reducing distractions and setting boundaries.
Smartphones aren't just for calls and texts anymore; they're how most Americans handle just about everything. As of 2023, over 91% of people in the U.S. own one, according to the Pew Research Center, and the average person now spends over four hours a day glued to their phone screen, according to a 2025 eMarketer study. In this article, Spokeo breaks down screen time: How much time people spend on their phones?
Switching to greyscale and spending time pruning your algorithm can significantly improve one's digital media consumption, enabling better control over online habits.
Every parent has been in that position. A few more minutes in front of the television to keep them out from under your feet... You are not supposed to be your child's friend.