Screen Time Secrets
The practice of turning off notifications to avoid constant distractions.
What is "Do Not Disturb" mode?
The emotional effect often felt after comparing your life to curated posts.
What is anxiety/depression/low self-esteem?
The 20-20-20 rule helps prevent this common screen-related issue.
What is eye strain?
A physical activity that requires no technology and helps you connect with nature.
What is hiking/walking?
The built-in feature on phones that tracks daily usage time.
What is Screen Time/Digital Wellbeing?
True or False: Checking your phone immediately upon waking is a healthy digital habit.
What is False?
Actively choosing to follow accounts that inspire you rather than make you feel bad.
What is curating your feed?
To maintain proper posture, the top of your screen should be at this level.
What is eye level?
A great way to connect with friends and family without screens.
What are board games/face-to-face conversation?
Changing your screen to this setting can make it less addictive and better for eye health at night.
What is Grayscale/Dark Mode?
A specific time in the evening after which all screens are turned off.
What is a Digital Sunset?
This type of content is often designed to trigger strong emotional reactions to keep you engaged.
What is clickbait or polarizing content?
he pain in the neck caused by looking down at phones for extended periods.
What is "Text Neck"?
A hobby that stimulates creativity, such as painting, cooking, or playing an instrument.
What is a analog hobby?
The "20" in the 20-20-20 rule means every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
What is a break?
This term refers to the compulsive need to check social media or news updates.
What is FOMO / Fear of Missing Out?
The term for taking a temporary break from all social platforms.
What is a digital detox?
Doing this every 30-60 minutes helps reduce sedentary behavior.
What is moving/stretching?
Replacing morning scrolling with this activity to start your day calmly.
(What is reading a physical book or meditating?
A setting that restricts the phone from ringing during pre-set hours.
What is Bedtime Mode/Sleep Mode?
Setting these, such as app limits, helps prevent mindless scrolling.
What are boundaries/limits?
The act of spreading misinformation or hurtful comments, often behind a screen.
What is cyberbullying?
This type of light emitted by screens can disrupt sleep patterns.
What is blue light?
Setting this specific area in your home to be tech-free.
What is a "no-phone zone" / bedroom?
The concept of using technology to enhance life, not replace it.
What is intentional tech use?