Tag: digital wellbeing
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Overcoming Phone Tracking Addiction: Healthy Boundaries for Parents
Introduction: A confession and a challenge Many parents grapple with the urge to track their children’s every move. When you admit it—perhaps with a mix of concern and compulsion—you’re not alone. The urge to monitor can feel comforting, especially in a world with online risks. But tracking addiction can erode trust, stifle independence, and create…
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In a screen-time stalemate with the kids? Try these seven resolutions you can actually keep
Are you stuck in a screen-time stalemate? Many families feel like they’re negotiating with a constant timer: kids want screens, adults want limits, and chaos often wins. The good news is that you don’t need drastic overhauls to regain balance. Seven realistic resolutions can reshape your family’s relationship with technology—without turning every day into a…
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Seven New Year Resolutions to Tame Screen Time with Your Kids
Is Your Family in a Screen-Time Rut? Many households find themselves in a constant tug-of-war over screens. The lure of devices, smartphones, tablets, and TVs can pull kids—and even adults—into endless scrolling, gaming, and streaming. If your family life feels more like a battleground than a sanctuary, a thoughtful, actionable plan can restore balance. The…
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Seven Screen-Time Resolutions You Might Actually Keep
Resetting the Screen-Time Dynamic: Seven Resolutions for Real-Life Balance If your home feels like a constant tug-of-war over devices, you’re not alone. The new year is a natural moment to reset family tech habits with practical, doable resolutions. Here are seven strategies you can actually keep, designed to reduce friction, improve connection, and give everyone…
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Brick app-blocking device review 2026: Tried and tested by a consumer writer
Introduction: A closer look at Brick in 2026 Digital wellbeing devices have evolved beyond simple timers and blockers. Brick, a compact app-blocking device, positions itself as a practical solution for families, students, and workplace teams looking to reclaim focus without sacrificing device familiarity. I tested Brick through a full-use cycle in 2026, evaluating setup, customization,…
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How a €70 Device Cut My Screen Time and Changed How I Use My Phone
Can a simple device really change your relationship with your phone? If you’ve ever wished your phone would stop draining hours from your day, you aren’t alone. I recently put the Brick, a €70 physical device marketed to curb endless scrolling, to the test. The premise is simple: remove or disrupt the habitual pull of…
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How a €70 device cut my screen time and changed how I use my phone
When a small gadget promised big changes Like many people, I found myself slipping into the same routine every day: wake up, check notifications, scroll endlessly, and wonder where the time went. The problem wasn’t just the time wasted online; it was how it affected focus, mood, and even social interactions. Then I heard about…
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How the €70 Brick device cut my screen time and reshaped how I use my phone
Introduction: A simple tool with big promises For years, I huddled over my smartphone, scrolling through feeds, checking notifications, and losing hours to apps I barely needed. Then I discovered the Brick, a compact device priced at about €70 designed to curb scrolling and recalibrate how we engage with our phones. This is not an…
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The Health Habits Experts Will Follow in 2026
Why 2026 Matters for Health Habits As a new year begins, health experts are outlining the habits that will shape wellness in 2026. Rather than quick fixes, these routines emphasize sustainable, science-backed practices designed to improve longevity, energy, and resilience. Here’s a practical guide to the health habits experts will follow in 2026. 1) Sleep…
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Welcoming the New Year with Hope and Vigilance
Beginning 2026 with Hope and Vigilance When the calendar turns, many of us look for reasons to believe in a brighter year. The moment of midnight, often shared with family and friends, is more than a celebration—it is a pledge to navigate the months ahead with a mix of optimism and awareness. Welcoming the New…