digital minimalism | how to use your phone less

[@presleybobek]

i didn’t realize how much happier a person can be when they aren’t on their phone every single hour of a day

[@rydoge21]

Let’s figure out if I need this video. 1. My screen time is 11 hours. And oh shit that’s 20 % less than last week! Yes I need this video.

[@karzaaa]

Same here

[@leannmaydap-og4956]

I have deleted my social media apps (twitter, facebook and instagram) last year. I also deactivated my twitter and facebook acct this year. It made me present on occasions not mindlessly scrolling :) thank you for the greyscale mode tip, Alex. God bless. And like your intro's the bible verses.

[@AlexMiotto1]

So good! Thank you for watching lovely 🤍

[@biahhysilva]

I still have a not very good relationship with social networks and my cell phone, I have been trying to slow down and simplify the whole process a little bit more, because this has hurt me a lot.

[@AlexMiotto1]

Just remember that it’s a process, don’t expect yourself to become perfect overnight! 🤍

[@kimoyawalker]

love this video! i’ve been praying and seeking wisdom in this area of my life lately. i’ve taken so many breaks from social media this year but even when you get back on, it’s so easy to fall back into the same unhealthy habits. i’m about to start reading “digital minimalism” by cal newport and i’m “experimenting” with different ways to help myself spend less time on my phone. i’ve found choosing certain days to not go on social media helps to reduce your attachment to the apps, like taking breaks on weekends or skipping a day in a week. it takes a lot of discipline though but it’s so worth it!

[@hoperichards9079]

Yes! I've taken some breaks from IG and it is so easy to fall back into the bad habits! 😣

[@geethak5396]

Me watching this video at 8 am with an 8 hours of screen time: wow 4 hours, too much 😂

[@rydoge21]

That’s a mood lmao

[@emilydavis8922]

I appreciate so much the Bible verses at the big inning of each of your videos!

[@_sourgrapes_]

I put my running app where my reddit app used to be, so now every time I instinctively reach for reddit, I remind myself to go out and run

[@anires1195]

but you don't actually do it sooo

[@ElleSuko]

Needed this haha! Thank you for sharing these tips! Making everything less convenient to access is such a good way to reduce screen time - I've also found that I have to frequently switch the locations of my apps because my brain memorizes them so quickly and I then find myself opening social media before I even know what I'm doing 🥵

[@AlexMiotto1]

Thank you for watching Elle! Yes I do that too, such a problem haha!!

[@mianicascanh5139]

I admire how you clearly explain every point of this video, just keep going and inspire more people seeking motivation to change their lifestyle.

[@isra_gacha]

My notes: 1-know your screen time. 2-delete unnecessary apps. 3-turn off your notifications. 4-turn on do not disturb 5-create a less fun phone(remove colors(?) 6-make it inconvenient to use distracting apps 7-put your phone somewhere inconvenient 8-set a time to check your phone 9-set time limits for the apps you use alot Thanks 😊

[@evelynfriese2912]

Why does changing your phone to greyscale actually work?! I changed it right after watching this video and it really makes everything seem so boring! Thanks Alex for all the great tips!!! 😊

[@AlexMiotto1]

It does right!! Thanks for watching 🤍

[@urestruly]

Her: 4hrs, it hurts my heart. Me: 10hrs in just one day, wtf self, you badly need this video.

[@suheylacemredumanli19]

The fact that I saw this early points out my problem with technology

[@prayerwarrior741]

@5:15 I saw the verse there on you screen wallpaper, love that verse as well! One of my go to verses, beautiful verse.

[@tomsinister]

thank you , i have totally enjoyed watching your video and found it really useful💕

[@AlexMiotto1]

Thank you so much!

[@patrycjak3108]

this video inspired me soooo much, I love your content and especially in this video the colours are so calming to look at. keep it this way! 💘

[@presleybobek]

8 hours a day, 78 average pickups a day. i cant.

[@sangay15]

This was helpful! I'd never thought of just...turning off all of my notifications!

[@AlexMiotto1]

Thanks for watching!

[@ananyav3395]

Yes this is so right! We need digital minimalism!! Thank you so much for the video❤️

[@aysu]

you can also put a pincode on distracting apps. my android hss that option, i don't know about iPhones though

[@shainecamayodo7020]

Nice blog💕

[@kajacapi8520]

just found your channel and am obsessed so informational but clean and soothing

[@ROSE-cn4ho]

Damn my screen time is 12 hrs 😬

[@iiris4]

Same...

[@oyster_007]

Same!

[@lotsofloveariya]

This video needs a lot more views!! Thank you so much for the great advice🥰

[@hoperichards9079]

Thanks so much for this video! It was great food for thought! 💕

[@kateortega3061]

My mum had deleted most of my social apps but tbh im more thankful for that my screen time has gone down my 1 hour

[@simmov69]

Thankyou so much Alex This is so helpful 😊❤️

[@AlexMiotto1]

Thank you for watching!

[@MMM08041]

thanks for the tips💛 so useful :)

[@paulschweiger1780]

love your color grading

[@prayerwarrior741]

Love the scripture at beginning of video!!

[@juliagarten1209]

For me, putting distracting apps on the last side and setting time limits don't work (like if I really want I can skip the time limit). The access is too easy. I already deleted unnecessary apps and turned off notifications. I really like the tip to set defined times to check social media. With the new iOS i love the new focus modes to define your phone using type.

[@shanannwilliston250]

Helpful! Grayscale hack tho!

[@Matheus-if3ix]

I started by organizing the apps in folders to get a more minimal look to every time I unlock it then I gave a try to turn off all notifications and it has been a little weird because I was checking my checking my phone every time I had a notification - staying away from my phone and using it less or when it's really necessary will be worthwhile.

[@0910mac]

I love your content! Have a great day💕

[@AlexMiotto1]

You are so sweet, thank you Marynica! 🤍

[@MollyMachete]

Trying to do this. But as a hairstylist I get most of my clientele through social media so it is so hard!! Really trying to focus it on just work but it’s not easy!😂

[@courtniebri]

SO helpful! Thank you. 😊

[@natashialefay]

I deleted all social media apps (actually only had insta and tumblr left anyway) from my phone but not my ipad so I can use them on my ipad but the situation of going to my ipad and holding tht 12“ thing in my hands is enough to let my brain know „okay you‘re here to check up on what‘s new and nothing else“ It‘s physically uncomfortable to look for longer than a couple of minutes. Also, there‘s still the browser version of almost all social medias, when I really need to look at something on the go I can still open the browser page which is less convenient and always advertises for the app haha. I really need to force myself to get off social media because my brain will just use it mindlessly. but i feel much better when i don‘t use it a lot.

[@imsamiurrahman]

Thanks for the tips. It was really helpful

[@prayerwarrior741]

I love how you sorted your apps. Have you or could you do a video on that please? Thanks! and God bless you sister in Christ!

[@kristyleavitt8007]

Great video! I find it super helpful to keep my phone in grayscale. If you’re interested, Cal Newport’s book Digital Minimalism is a good read 😊

[@Pupu._]

I love your video! Lots of thanks from Korea :)

[@febinat2906]

Where are you from?Anyway love ur vedios lots of love from India ❤

[@raphaelao89]

Hi! Thanks for this nice video. I am usually using my phone for like three hours. I think thats okay. There are days where I use it six hours, I dont want that. So i hope these tips are gonna help me. Ty, Raphaela :)

[@paulin634]

This is really helpful! Thanks!

[@PoornasreeHaridas16]

This is gonna help me a lot! Thanks a lot!! :)

[@rfa.archive]

I saw the intro and subscriped 😌

[@farooqmoin9244]

Great tips 🤍

[@ameliabearden686]

Where did you get your wallpaper?

[@kenadalla7215]

Wallpaper pls🥺👉👈

[@Bill0102]

The understanding here is impressively profound. A book with akin insights challenged and expanded my thinking. "A Life Unplugged: Reclaiming Reality in a Digital Age" by Theodore Blaze

[@sasmithakoduganti4503]

I had set my screen time limit but I would still ignore it. So to stop that I set a screen time password which I had typed by closing my eyes so even if I want to ignore it I can't. I you really want to reduce your screen time you should try this.

[@Raph2711]

Ty for the Advice

[@myu5519]

I have managed to do this for reducing social media and other distractions but e-mail is a problem (especially if I am doing job hunting and use it in my current job as an admin assistant). How would I go about using e-mail in a minimalist fashion?

[@savannah9041]

I spend 7-8 hours a day. But I feel like listening to music doesnt count because I'm not looking at a screen

[@BCFreelancer228]

Thank you

[@jeremiahMndy]

wow great video

[@alexandracifuentes6800]

Can you share your wallpaper?🥺

[@iiris4]

I NEED to delete youtube, but then I can’t do my workouts 😫

[@evastevaniwijaya5478]

Use a workout app, it will help you not to depend on YT.

[@Readingwithmiaa]

Can I have your wallpaper

[@alicedewaele1098]

I deleted Instagram and pinterest & all like offline games that I almost never use. I'll put a limit on them rn.

[@dessaaquino9839]

Hi. Where can i get that bible verse?

[@24framesofcaspian80]

On avg my daily screen time is 8 hrs

[@Zen-qh6cd]

My sister's screen time is 17 hours

[@pyro934]

Sad

[@dani_lo]

You even watch much more KZbin than me lol!

[@kennedypauline6022]

you think 4 hours is embarrassing??? mine is 9 hours

[@moon_vibes1441]

lol 4hrs that like so less imagine being a 12 year old with 8hrs screentime

[@sayanroy1681]

Then why the fuck but a amar phone?

[@crawlinginfandoms4165]

Bro I have like 10 hours of screen time 😂