I’ve always been curious about how people defend themselves against these attention-grabbing algorithms. Do you have systems in place to protect your time and mental energy? Do you rely on self-discipline, or do you use screen-time control apps like Atten, AppBlock, Jomo, Opal, or something else?
But here’s a bigger question I’d love your input on: If we all agree you shouldn’t go grocery shopping on an empty stomach, should using screen time control apps become a hard-and-fast rule for our devices? In a world where attention is commoditized, could having these apps enabled by default be as essential as locking your doors at night?
I’d love to hear your thoughts:
- Do you find these apps genuinely helpful?
- What strategies do you use to avoid falling prey to social media algorithms?
- Should screen time control tools be a standard part of our digital lives, or do they just address the symptoms of a bigger problem?