Confronting My Digital Addiction | Digital Minimalism

[@DanielTitchener]

Big thanks to Ridge for supporting the channel and making videos like this possible! Here’s the site if you want to check them out: www.ridge.com/DANIEL

[@TolaXTech]

I love your videos, so unique.

[@TolaXTech]

Can't we upgrade our devices and still spend lesser like going used especially on old flagship that are better than our current devices. I will love to see you make a video about that.

[@cooldownboi3890]

And kids: thats how Daniel got rid of his wallet that he showcased.

[@DerekBearzi]

The social dilemma was absolutely life changing. I take my smartphone and digital addiction so much more seriously now. Great video Daniel, I loved your perspective and the quality of your filmmaking.

[@dhrangadhimanshu007]

If you want to do more, check HATED ONE youtube channel

[@lowwastehighmelanin]

That's awesome. I hope it does the same for others. I'm trying to get everyone to watch it

[@Will-ml3te]

The quality of the b-roll shots fits so well even with the iPhone marketing b-roll shots, your videos are always great!

[@DanielTitchener]

Thanks Will! 🙏🏼

[@lowwastehighmelanin]

It does. Helps grab the attention for sure!

[@adityabandike8607]

I'm here cause of the notification, ironically

[@DanielTitchener]

😆

[@krisztinakovacs2604]

Me too! 😅

[@henning6020]

This video is literally perfect in the moment. Yesterday I begun deleting all of my unnecessary apps from my phone and also I begun putting app limits to all of my social media apps so that I have more time do do what I truly want to do

[@SirMopy]

„When was the last time I was bored? Really bored...“ that hit me.... :/ you are right.. holy crap.. :(

[@canarymultimedia]

Love your videos, because you're reasonable for once, but also understanding and friendly - you make me feel like the world is all good

[@cattisturis166]

Thanks. im now a minimalist person. my room and desk are all neat and tidy. Thanks for the tips.

[@courtneybatten5781]

“I write down already completed tasks just to cross them off” ....I relate to this way too much

[@lucasramos2984]

One app I would very much recommend to anyone seeking to lower their phone usage, or "putting the cookie jar away", is the app Daywise. It makes notifications so much cleaner because you choose at what time of the day you want to see them, and they appear in a batched way. It really helps because you aren't called upon to check you phone every few seconds!

[@yellit1975]

Yes, it’s great that with ios14, Apple have implemented their version of an app drawer; something we Android users have had for years. 😂 if you need to change your iPhone 7, the iPhone SE 2020 might be the best option for you. I agree wholeheartedly with everything you said in the video. I’ve gone from having every app under the sun on my phone to only having the essentials and some like Uber / Bolt that I use occasionally but life is easier if they’re installed when I need them.

[@Kefford666]

Instead of going to app library and pressing search you can just drag down on the homescreen and start typing the app name in spotlight search. The results are a little different but if you know what you're looking for, it means fewer steps to get to an app and you don't have to stretch up to tap in the search bar at the top of the app library screen.

[@skye5031]

It's 11:44 pm here in Indonesia, and I won't regret myself watching this video right before I sleep. I'm so glad that you made this video Dan! Keep it going. I know you'll reach millions of subscribers soon or later 💪🏻

[@SLid3ra]

I achieved done 1 month of social apps distancing back in June and July, however I needed to be informed of what is going on and where (anti government protests), hence had Facebook back on, and from there things just spiraled down and am back to 2h screen time a day. I should get back to social app distancing I really do believe this is deteriorating ones ability to focus. Thanks for the vid, awesome work as always.

[@ligh7foo7]

It is definitely a good balance, I went without a smart phone for most of 2020 and it didn't increase my productivity but it did remove a lot of distraction.

[@helenagehrmann1395]

I deinstalled all my social media weeks ago as well and I really enjoyed it so far. Instead of checking my smartphone I read a book on my Kindle instead. I also found that I'm spending a lot more time with my hobbies instead of sitting on my phone.

[@TomScryleus]

*Great video! I still use my iphone 8 plus* *I can afford a new phone, but as you think a newer phone would be a distraction.*

[@michaelcaling]

I have a new iphone and even a ipad but I still get bored. 1. I have Instagram but set a specific time for checking updates. 2. I have Facebook but get bored with my feed. I have removed a lot of people on my friends list and muted pages/people that I'm not really interested 3. KZbin - I don't really have anything more interesting to watch except when you (my subscriptions) upload new videos 4. I have a day job but I efficiently do my tasks hence gaining few extra hours to unwind 5. Netflix/Apple TV - welp, same ol' contents 6. Mobile gaming - I set a specific time or limit for playing Probably we have different ways on how we use tech. I use it mainly to communicate and a bit of entertainment. It is not something that will keep me hooked. I still need outside interaction and exploration.

[@ryanaugustus]

I have an iPhone 7+, too! Longest I’ve had a phone, amazingly. I’m keeping mine because it works great, I don’t want to be e-wasteful aaaaand I just slammed down some serious cash to re-do a major part of my house so I can make the space more enjoyable, comfortable and useable for me and my family.

[@itskxmmie]

Loving this channel already. Not only the accurate shots, but all the concepts you explain are so neat and encouraging to try. Keep it up, Daniel!

[@michaelwillever3522]

Very interesting ideas. My wife and I have made a decision to eat meals without any distractions. No phones or tv: just eat and talk. It’s hard at first but a side effect is that you end up eating less when you’re not staring at a screen.

[@cupofmqtcha]

The cookie in your pocket analogy is so accurate! If it was never in your pocket, then the temptation to take it out simply wouldn't be there.

[@MartinCliffe]

I'm having to upgrade my phone this time, sadly, due to a failing battery in my 1st gen iPhone SE. But I keep my social media apps several pages deep in folders and have all notifications except specific email and WhatsApp accounts (I mute most group chats) turned off. You need to take charge of your phone, not let it take charge of you!

[@kyletomczak7312]

Great tips Sir! "Apple's" goal in their product design is definitely the opposite of minimalism.... side note, get rid of that debt! Talk about a massive step in simplifying ones life.... thanks for the great video.

[@dereklawr]

thank you, this is so important! during quarantine it's so hard to avoid the phone and esp. apps like youtube, but they absolutely don't contribute to significant happiness. it'd be interesting to also hear about more strategies to combat technology addition, esp. how you can pull yourself away with other activities, despite being minimalist and maybe there being fewer things to do. (also - the absolute worst thing is when you spend so much time on social media that you're bored of it, but still can't bring yourself to put the phone down cause you don't know what else you'd rather be doing...)

[@MangoChannel2]

Love this! I had to cut down my KZbin consumption. I’ve curated my subscriptions to ones that bring me joy! Queue your next vid!

[@magnat505]

My phone is actually my main camera, it has no social media, just all tools I need in daily life, like shopping list, navigation etc. Main use for the phone is making photos when I need it.

[@zangesu47]

DAMNNN!!!! YOU ALMOST AT 150K! I remember when you had the kitchen video with like 60k. Quality does great things.

[@junaidseedat7852]

Brilliant work Daniel! I look forward to your videos and love the inspiration!

[@varuntammewar6582]

Man thank you , you just changed my way to look at my phone rather made me look at it less.

[@LordDelCasa]

I’ve subscribed your content is game changing man.

[@zarakxd]

I didn't even think of using that app library trick because I would randomly just open Instagram or Twitter for no reason because of my muscle memory. Thanks a bunch Dan!

[@JEMEL]

super underrated channel!!

[@TheRandomeez]

One thing I would like to add, and this is from a personal experience. When I moved to XR, my usage considerably increased due to the screen size and the battery life compared to how I used my 1st gen iPhone SE. My advice, stick with smaller device that doesn't have huge battery. It will force you to use it less. Looking at smaller screen isn't as satisfying as looking at a larger one. And the battery life will always encourage you to turn it off and put it in your pocket. I may just sell my XR and go for the new SE or the 12 mini for this sake.

[@issecret1]

It doesn't work for some. I just keep it plugged in all the time and then also end up staying still for a very long time

[@FlavioNoNavio]

the quality of this footage is really surprising! nice video

[@sebastianforkuoh2354]

Excellent video and very timely at the same time because I’m currently in the process of using the Screen Time feature on my iPhone 7 in order to limit my digital usage. I use my iPhone far too much for my liking. Luckily I keep myself fit with regular exercise, but I want to replace my high digital usage by getting back into reading more books. Going to limit myself to the following: Twitter (15 mins each weekday and 20 mins on the weekends) KZbin (30 mins each weekday and 1 hour on the weekends) Thanks again for the excellent coverage.

[@CameronPak]

Daniel, thanks for showing us a great way on how to find more mindspace freedom! Plenty of times I wanted to switch to a flip phone because of the very reasons you mentioned, but I found that I would have more frustrations with that than just heavily pairing down my iPhone into a beautiful minimalist tool. (Although, I have been keeping my eyes on KaiOS.)

[@gk021176]

I have disabled all notifications. And, I am not using my phone during weekends where, I read books and spend time with family.

[@drewcipher896]

Notion is a game changer. I've been using it since February.

[@andysung2499]

I recently deleted my Instagram App from my iPhone. Surprisingly, I do not miss it at all.

[@walker008_]

Now I want to have a cookie. 😔😁

[@DanielTitchener]

And I don't want to see another cookie... ever again... 🤦🏻‍♂️🤣

[@godwin_njoroge]

Using this right now to clean up my phone. Thank you Daniel 👊🏽 Love your videos!

[@aishwaryekumar]

I just love the content and presentation of yours Daniel ! 🔔 brings me here ! Feedback/Add on : But apart from deleting apps and clearing the clutter ! Just turn off the Internet and clear off the home apps and people should start controlling the senses because deleting the apps would make things unavailable if required anytime on the go ! Just an addition. 😊

[@Thalestin]

Another great video Daniel. I have actually really decluttered my phone in a similar fashion. I have never been much into social media other than youtube and try to limit my you tube consumption for on my computer. Keep up the good work! I have actually wanted to try out a ridge wallet but like to keep my receipts so stick to a simple leather one for now. Take care

[@actually_yali]

I've been working on good habits for the past few months and this video is really helpful for that. I've already deactivated a couple accounts not too long ago and I'll give the tips in this video a try too. Keep up the great work : )

[@kofi4927]

... I got 2 UNSKIPPABLE.. 15s ads... Google really be milking that ad money

[@jdonells]

Thanks for this great one Daniel. I too enjoyed and the social dilemma and found it incredibly thought provoking. Plus it helped me find more efficient way of transporting my cookies.

[@etforde]

I genuinely hope you get more subs and views. These videos are very helpful, at least for me 👍

[@rodrigo4379]

i´ve been leaving my phone at my bedroom and im only using it for about 20-30m per day when i was used to use it for 3h+ I´m felling way more happier withtout social media. Awesome video like always. PS: i still use my 5 year old 6S, buying a new phone only will make me want to use it more i guess. (even though a camera upgrade would be great but i use a real dslr for that). Can´t wait for more videos

[@darwincruz20]

Always loved your work

[@gk7720]

You inspire me to be the best version of myself Daniel! I love your content too. The topics are beneficial and you craft them in a way that make it very enjoyable to watch

[@gk7720]

Would love to see more ways you organize ur life and ways you use the notion app!

[@sanchitkhanna26]

I tried keeping just the phone and notes app in the dock and it works even better. Try keeping just that. :) Love your work. Keep on. Cheers!

[@coreyw5981]

Ha this came out same day as Matt came out with video saying hes downgrading to flip phone. I wont go to that extent though so this was a very good more realistic vid

[@dietescape9367]

I go through the tech launches every year fighting the urge to buy. I can afford them but I really don’t need them. iPhone 8 Plus is still going strong. Going to hang on for another year at least. Those new M1 chip Macs though 😫

[@vigneshesakkinathan]

Going all black! Is there a more architect-y thing to do?

[@don-ks6nx]

this is kinda relatable to the one Matt d Avella posted

[@piiits_life]

Awesome video! Just pre ordered the iphone 12 pro max - I was really thinking a lot of how much this phone will improve my life and what kind of value it will give me. I hope, that the huge size makes it a bit annoying to keep it around and that I would leave it from time to time, on the other hand when I really need a phone, I hope it provides the better experience :) Sounds weird to buy a highend phone to use it less :D but it worked for me in past

[@chiyungwong3774]

I'd recommend the book "Essentialism", compliments this video. Enjoy!

[@Fubbel42]

You deserve more views mate. Absolutely awesome content.

[@ryanw8602]

You are criminally under rated, you're like the UK equivalent of Matt D'Avella

[@niecomarks1673]

If you like the iPhone OS update you would love the OS update for the MAC...macOS Big Sur

[@zimmejoc]

Yes! Notion video please.

[@maxh.2410]

Just the video I needed right know! Thanks.

[@Fubbel42]

That empty look when feasting on those cookies 🤣

[@oodam]

Loved the video Daniel! Really makes me want to use my phone as more of a tool than a means to an end...

[@alvint2635]

Love how you still use an older phone

[@EduardoHenrique-nd1ro]

Thank you for another video, Daniel!

[@Lapommedeterre1]

I really like your wallpaper, do you mind sharing it?

[@thetwalkers]

The great video really been binge-watching all your work, keep it coming

[@adamdittrichone]

Just subscribed. Great informative, fun and minimal content love it! Keep going

[@ayushkumarchandra]

Another amazing video as usual! Keep up the good work!

[@enromendoza]

Love this video! Thanks for the awesome tips. Will try these out 💯

[@PixelPioneer176]

This is a sterling article. I read a congruent book and it was exceedingly thought-provoking. "A Life Unplugged: Reclaiming Reality in a Digital Age" by Theodore Blaze

[@isaac_opeyemi]

Timely content once again.

[@cjxgraphics]

The phone home screen bugs me for one reason, if only Apple would let you put 5 icons in the dock. 😤

[@devsf4]

Gonna check out social dilemma tonight. Thanks for the recommendation and great video

[@krisztinakovacs2604]

I do that too! 😆 I write down completed tasks just so I can cross them off! 😂 Such a good feeling! 😉

[@brianm3160]

I'm gonna do this right now! Thank you Daniel!

[@DanielTitchener]

Andrew says - you're welcome!

[@brianm3160]

@@DanielTitchener💀I'M SO SORRY

[@Hashama]

That Green T is beautiful! Love.

[@af5377]

I'm surprised there's spanish subtitles, now i can share this with my non-english speaking friends.

[@lowwastehighmelanin]

Hey, Daniel! Have you considered anything like The Light Phone or something similar? I was considering it.

[@ligh7foo7]

I thought the wallpaper looked minimalist. I also wondered if this unstimulating picture would not hinder creativity by not immediately drawing your attention.

[@EdwinBonthuis]

It's like a television. You can just turn it off and then it is gone.

[@matiasramos]

Wow, matt d'avella style, greattttt

[@joranvancoillie8133]

Wait, you are still using the original Sony A7 from 2013 that only shoots 1080p?

[@MrArtifier]

Those cookie scenes are so good! I might get addicted watching you eat cookies.

[@Patapapa]

Quality as always

[@arthurtiradentes]

Ibis in a smartphone? i didnt understand the joke, if someone reads this and can explain it to me...

[@DanaYi13]

Ah never a better time for a video like this, really enjoyed watching and I'll probably end up deleting a whole slew of time-wasting apps :p

[@lipponinno]

I see. He smashed his "digital cookies" on the thumbnail.

[@karmsingh5365]

Love from India , Punjab 😊❤️ your videos are so good and life changing

[@xaviervanhoof]

Daniel thank u for this video!

[@marsim92]

I am addictive to your youtube channel! :)))))))

[@mryohannn]

I'm not sure if I'm seeing Matt D'Avela or David Bekham

[@seanjoyce677]

Great video. You should think about firing up a Twitter account! I would love to see more minimalists like yourself on my timeline.

[@chuckmagno]

Ironically, this channel is one of my “cookies” Ahahaha! 😂 Awesome content as always. Keep it up bro! 👌

[@rrektless]

This man deserve a sub Subscribed!

[@kirkjaygomez5566]

this is inspiring. thanks bro

[@absent_]

Because The Ridge wallet is everything that i need in my life right now...

[@glenncj]

Anybody know what wallpaper he's using on his home screen?