#how to reduce screen time

[littlebellesmama]

Raising Kids in a Screen-Filled World: How to Protect Their Joy, Growth, and Future

A whole generation of children is growing up surrounded by digital screens. Tablets, smartphones, smart TVs, and even interactive toys have become a regular part of many households. Technology has given us amazing tools, made learning more accessible, and connected us in ways we never imagined. But there’s also a shadow side to this constant digital stimulation—one we’re just beginning to…

[justposting1]

Can’t put down your phones? Here are the psychological barriers to reducing screen time

You could easily nail it down as the greatest technological invention of the modern times for the sheer versatility of its usage. From making calls to creating reels and consuming entertainment, there’s hardly any stuff the smartphone can’t do. However, the increased dependence on this gadget has given rise to a host of mental health issues that need to be addressed properly. How Digital…

[blanceyblance]

I always found this scene cute because of awkward Shiro and Lance's "Are you for real?" Face

He is just so awkward, like he wants to say something but is not sure how to proceed.

And thinking better about this, I think that is whats going on.

Think about s1, when the Castle was attacked and Lance and Coran where caught in an explosion

The first thing Shiro does when he sees an injured Coran is go help him sit and ask what happened, then is the one to reach Lance and check on him.

Shiro was used to be the first to spring to action, assess the situation and assure the others that things will be ok.

But now that part is pretty well covered by Keith and Lance and in consequence Shiro is out of his depth

[fraternum-momentum]

[monstermoviedean]

hey do you think next time i'm stuck in another pearl-clutching hysteria fest about how cell phones are ruining The Children i should tell them cell phone bans are the technological equivalent of abstinence-only sex education

[princessproductivity]

7 ways to reduce your screen time...

If you create content for a living, schedule your posts in one sitting so you don't have to spend as much time putting them out throughout the day.

Turn on your phone's grayscale setting — this overrides our natural inclination to click on the brightly colored app icons of addictive socials like Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and more.

Use a minimalist phone app. This removes icons altogether, and forces you to intentionally look for what you need from a list of apps as opposed to mindlessly clicking. I'm currently using an app called Oasis Launcher from the Google Play Store.

Turn off notifications from social media, so you are only prompted to spend time on those apps through your own natural inclination.

Oftentimes we reach for our phones because our hands are idle, not because we actually want to spend the time on them — find something to keep your hands busy. For me this is crochet, but it could be a book, a painting, or some other kind of project.

If you find that you spend a lot of time on certain social media apps, try uninstalling the app itself, and only using that form of media through your phone browser. I used to spend a lot of time window shopping on Amazon, and the added inconvenience of not having it available in one click has really helped deter me from spending so much time on it — now I only jump on and use it when I truly need to order something for the household.

Reevaluate your screen time at the end of every week. Many phones have a "digital well-being" feature now that allows you to set time limits on apps, and see how your screen time compares to previous weeks. This can be a great way to evaluate where you need to trim down your usage.

A bit about @princessproductivity! What is the 12 week year? 7 ways to organize your life...

[blazethecheeto]

if they don't want us to see frost and mark's 'relationship' (it's in air quotes because whatever the fuck they have i refuse to call a relationship) as a joke, then they need to stop treating it like a joke in canon.

the time skips are appalling, genuinely, like how did we go from frost not giving a shit about this man to her crawling head over heels and crying over him and NO in between. there was never an in-between checkpoint for their storyline, it was all or nothing and i have no idea what's going on anymore, it's the INCONSISTENCY for me. i'm on 8x07 rn and the last time we saw mark, he made her vulnerable and believed this could be real, almost kissed her, then jumped out a fucking window.

she was mad for literally half a season.

let's just say i was a huge "frostblaine" fan. the last time i saw them was in 7x15 where they had their only serious moment in their whole story, only for it to be a lie. now, maybe i would want to see one episode where they AT LEAST reconcile and apologize?? instead of hearing about it after the fact?? nope, the next time we see them they're skydiving and singing karaoke and making out like their kiss wasn't a huge build-up for nothing. i'm so with caitlin on how quickly and weirdly their relationship progressed.

honestly, maybe i would be less hateful about this ship if they even TRIED to give them a good love story. it's clear the writers forget about mark (like they forget about frost and caitlin) until they realize, oh yeah, frost has no plot this season so we need to make her only lines per episode about her boyfriend who ditched her! it makes me mad that they reduced her character to that in s8. she can provide so much more than just the edgy 'teenager' that talks about her boyfriend all the time.

i haven't watched the rest of the season and i heard it does get better for her plot wise, but i also know she fucking dies so ofc they would do that.

there has been no serious moment in this whole 'on-again off again' bullshit. it's literally 'oh mark has abs!!!!! guys i have such a silly girly crush on him haha oh he's evil i'm gonna be pouty for half a season- oh wait he's back!!!' they've been treated as the comic relief couple. even in armageddon, caitlin wasn't even there at the fucking party but oh! right, we forgot frost! she's...oh yeah, she's having sex with mark in the bathroom bc that suits her character and the only thing we care about :333

they treat them like a joke, so how do they expect us not to see it as just that?

[mimikyuno]

people rly have 0 media literacy how do u watch the first episode of painoko and think that makoto is a crossdressing boy like! just bc she says so?! like it’s maddening to me that people have completely lost the ability to understand media beyond dialogue lines!!!!! i hate it when a show spells obvious things out but im starting to think y’all need it bc makoto is so very obviously a transgender girl in the closet. even if the author messes up with vocabulary and accurate representation, even if makoto and everyone else around her third genders her, she’s OBVIOUSLY TRANS. like hello?? why tf would a crossdressing boy present as a girl in school and expose themselves to transphobic harassment and then secretly change into the boys’ uniform to go home and say “goodbye real me” leaving her girl-presenting clothes behind. HELLO?! but y’all won’t get it till she grabs the camera, breaks the fourth wall and says “i am a transgender woman. i am not an elusive third gendered otokonoko. i am a woman in the closet. im still struggling to come to terms with it. my family and friends also dont get it. but i am transgender, keep this in mind for the rest of the episode.” like come on

[thebreakfastgod]

Total books read in 2024: 51

[baffledapple]

once again i am being subjected to "educational courses on generative AI" (lengthy advertisements that the higher ups want us to watch so they can say that we are trained in AI)

[parab0mb]

This game started out so chill, why is there such an abrupt difficulty spike in Sand Zone onward?!

[honestkindlereviews]

The Offline-First Family

A New Blueprint for Connection

I remember one Saturday afternoon, covered in flour, laughing so hard I could barely breathe. My son, then eight, had accidentally flung a handful of it at his sister, who retaliated by dabbing a spot of dough on his nose. In that chaotic, messy, and utterly perfect moment in our kitchen, we weren't just making cookies; we were building a memory, brick by flour-dusted brick. That moment stands in stark contrast to so many others I'd let slip by—evenings spent in the same room, yet miles apart, each of us lost in the blue glow of a personal screen.

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The modern world pulls us in a thousand digital directions. It’s a constant, low-grade hum of notifications, updates, and feeds that promise connection but often leave us feeling more isolated. I realized that if I wanted more of those flour-dusted moments, I couldn't wait for them to happen by chance. I had to design our family life to make them not just possible, but probable. We embarked on a journey to become an "offline-first" family—not as a rejection of technology, but as a conscious and joyful celebration of the world beyond the screen.

This is more than a list of hobbies; it’s a blueprint for re-engineering your family time. It's about shifting the focus from passive consumption to active creation, from virtual worlds to shared realities. It’s about discovering that the most profound connections are often forged in the simplest, most beautifully unstructured moments.

The Architects of Fun: Building Something Together

There is a unique and powerful bond that forms when you create something tangible as a team. The shared goal, the collaborative problem-solving, and the physical result of your efforts create a powerful sense of unity and accomplishment.

The Kitchen as Your Workshop

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and it's the perfect place to start building your offline culture.

Culinary Construction Crew: Think beyond just making a meal. Try a "Family Food Truck" challenge where you invent a theme and create a menu together. Or embark on a "Sourdough Saga," learning the patient art of cultivating a starter and baking bread from scratch. These projects teach collaboration, patience, and the delicious rewards of teamwork.

The Great Family Bake-Off: Turn your kitchen into a studio for a friendly baking competition. The challenge isn't just about the final product; it's about the shared laughter over spilled sugar, the creative brainstorming for decorations, and the pride in presenting your collaborative masterpiece.

From Forts to Frameworks

Building isn't limited to the kitchen. Your entire home can be a canvas for creation.

Living Room Engineers: The classic blanket fort is the original collaborative construction project. It requires negotiation ("Your pillow is crushing my roof!"), engineering, and a shared vision. Once built, it becomes a private world for stories, games, or quiet connection.

The LEGO Metropolis: Don't just build individual sets. Combine all your bricks into one massive pile and work together on a single, ambitious project. Build a sprawling city, a detailed replica of your home, or a fantastical world from your imagination. The process of planning and executing a large-scale build together is an incredible exercise in teamwork.

The Art of Assembly: Working on a complex jigsaw puzzle or building a detailed model car or plane teaches focus and persistence. Each piece found, each part correctly glued, is a small victory celebrated together, leading to a final product you can all admire.

The Joyful Explorers: Discovering Worlds, Real and Imagined

Curiosity is the engine of a vibrant life. By intentionally seeking out new experiences and knowledge together, you can turn your weekends into a grand adventure of discovery, both in the great outdoors and within the pages of a book.

Charting Your Local Territory

You don’t need to book a flight to be an explorer. Adventure is waiting just outside your door.

Become Urban Archaeologists: Explore your own town or city with a new lens. Go on a hunt for historical plaques, research the story behind a local monument, or create a photo scavenger hunt of unique architectural details. You’ll be amazed at the history and beauty hidden in plain sight.

Nature's Detectives: Arm yourselves with a magnifying glass and a field guide and head to a local park. Go on a "bio-blitz" to see how many different species of plants, insects, and birds you can identify in an hour. This simple shift in focus transforms a simple walk into a scientific expedition.

Starlight Navigators: Escape the city lights and introduce your family to the awe of the night sky. Learn to identify a few key constellations and watch for meteor showers. Lying on a blanket, staring into the vastness of the universe together, is a profound reminder of your place in the world and your connection to each other.

Journeys of the Mind

Exploration isn't just about physical travel. You can journey to countless worlds without ever leaving your living room.

Literary Voyages: Start a family book club with a twist. Choose a book set in a different country, and as you read it, explore that country's culture. Cook its food, listen to its music, and locate it on a map. It turns reading into a multi-sensory, immersive experience.

The Storytelling Guild: Sit in a circle and build a story together, one sentence at a time. The first person starts the tale, and each family member adds the next line. This simple game unleashes creativity and often results in hilarious and unpredictable adventures.

Ancestral Quests: Dive into your own family history. Pull out old photo albums, interview grandparents or older relatives (in person or on a call), and start building a family tree together. Discovering the stories of those who came before you provides a powerful sense of identity and belonging.

The Art of Unstructured Play: Embracing Spontaneity and Laughter

In our over-scheduled world, we often forget the importance of pure, purposeless play. It's in these moments of spontaneous fun and silliness that stress melts away and some of the most genuine connections are made.

Old-Fashioned Fun, Timeless Laughter

The best games often require the least equipment.

The Living Room Carnival: Create a series of absurdly fun "carnival games" with household items. Try "sock basketball" into a laundry hamper, a "cotton ball shot put," or a "pillowcase sack race" down the hallway. Award ridiculous homemade prizes and lean into the silliness.

Shadow Puppet Theater: All you need is a blank wall and a single light source. Create characters with your hands and weave epic tales of dragons, rabbits, and everything in between. It's a magical and creative way to end the day.

Pictionary with a Twist: Instead of drawing on paper, use a whiteboard, an old window with dry-erase markers, or even draw with your fingers in a tray of sand or salt. Changing the medium breathes new life into a classic game.

The Pursuit of Presence

The ultimate goal of an offline-first life is simply to be present with one another. It’s about creating a family culture where looking up from a screen is the default, and where shared experiences are the most valuable currency.

This shift won't happen overnight. It requires intention, patience, and a willingness to embrace imperfection. There will be moments of resistance and the magnetic pull of digital habits will be strong. But every time you choose to build a fort, explore a trail, or just laugh together over a silly game, you are casting a vote for a different kind of life. You are building a family resilient enough to thrive in the modern world, grounded in the timeless power of genuine human connection.

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[goodgirldelusions]

Feeling Screen Fatigue? It Might Be Time for a Digital Detox If your eyes are tired, your mind feels scattered, or you’re constantly reaching for your phone without thinking—you're not alone. This week on the blog, we're diving into the power of a digital detox: what too much screen time does to your body and mind, and how to create healthier tech habits without giving up your devices. 💡 Plus, we share easy daily ways to unplug—no drastic changes required. Take a breath and unplug, Phoenix Wanderlust Good Girl Delusions

[volumniafox]

Why is instagram full of weird ragebait videos all of a sudden

[neofelis----nebulosa]

Note to self: don’t photograph predominantly white animals in direct sunlight

[mittimatetoys]

Screen Time Overload? Here Are 15 Tips to Reduce Your Kids Screen Time.

As a parent in the digital age, you're likely concerned about your children's screen time and how it may impact their health and development. From smartphones to tablets to TVs, screens are ubiquitous in our lives, and it can be challenging to strike a balance between technology use and other activities.

We agree sometimes an iPad is everything a kiddo needs to get distracted from crying or maybe when you’re at the doctor’s clinic & they’re in for a check-up. In fact, using smartphones & other devices connected to the internet can sometimes be rather helpful, since they can explore intuitive & interactive games as well as other forms of entertainment. There’s a reason why YouTube Kids is a thing. However, anything pushed beyond a certain limit can adversely affect one’s entire experience, which is why screen time of kids should be paid a lot more attention to.

Studies have shown that excessive screen time can have negative effects on children's physical, mental, and social well-being. That's why it's more important than ever to promote healthy content habits for kids and establish positive digital media use patterns early on. Don’t worry, we’ll be including some studies at the bottom of this article so if you wish to take a read later & validate this information, you can feel free to take a look.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore 15 effective strategies for limiting content consumption and fostering healthy screen time habits in your children. Whether you're setting screen time limits, encouraging alternative activities, or modeling good digital media habits yourself, we'll provide practical tips and insights for creating a balanced media diet for your kids. Let’s take a quick look at the contents of this article:

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