I replaced doomscrolling with one tiny habit. After 30 days, my screen time was down 44%, and I was way less anxious.

A personal experiment replacing doomscrolling with a micro-learning habit led to a 44% reduction in screen time and decreased anxiety after 30 days. The individual, who wished to stay informed but felt negatively affected by constant distressing news, began learning one small fact whenever the urge to open Instagram arose. This practice not only expanded vocabulary but also freed up time for more enjoyable activities. The change was motivated by a desire to break the autopilot habit of reaching for the phone in various daily situations.

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