Smartphones and Being Present
6 hours ago
- #intentional living
- #digital minimalism
- #smartphone addiction
- Average daily smartphone usage is 4 hours and 37 minutes globally, with South Africans averaging 5 hours and 11 minutes.
- Smartphones can be highly distracting, pulling users out of the present moment and fracturing attention.
- The author advocates for intentional living, minimizing digital distractions to nurture relationships and creativity.
- Strategies to reduce phone usage include turning off notifications, deleting social media, and making the phone less interesting.
- Turning off YouTube watch history and blocking recommendations can significantly reduce time spent on the platform.
- Using ad blockers to hide distracting elements like YouTube shorts and recommended videos can help maintain focus.
- The author emphasizes the benefits of reducing phone usage, such as increased presence, optimism, and time for meaningful activities.