It’s no surprise Tiktok basically destroyed two entire generations, one such way is via reduce attention spans due to overexposure. I am looking for a way to extend it long enough to do even basic tasks because this basically affects a big chunk of of what I do: modding, editing, art, etc.
Books? I do have 7 of them. Calligraphy, I still do it (with a ballpoint of course). Heading on a trip to Samar soon so I hope it helps.
just set an app time limit. i wouldn’t go as far as to say it has destroyed a generation. it has a lot of positive uses.
My social media usage always dips when I go on a trip and when I get back. The trick is do not go back on when you get home. Delete the app. Pause/delete your account (whatever the tiktok version is). Make it difficult for you to get back on the app. That’s how I’ve managed to cut any social media out of my life.
Stop using it for long amounts of time, and don’t try to replace it with other social media.
Books might be hard to get into, if you feel you can’t keep focused more than a few minutes. Other media, like films (NOT playing in the background) might be a good way to keep yourself focused.
I have mild ADHD and something that helps me stay focused while doing anything, is to have something in my hands to play with. Like a rubber band, a pen, anything.
Books might be hard to get into
Not for me tho. THe books I have are relatively readable. Plus some nostalgia for me (doubly so given the books are from the 70s)
There isn’t really an easy answer or silver bullet to addiction/dependence. All you can do is say no to yourself. It isn’t easy.
My phone has tools for tracking app use, try using those to reduce time spent if yours does too. If you find you’re unable to moderate, go cold turkey. Try to replace it with longer content and slowly work up. Careful not to just form another dependency. Try device free periods. A time you choose where you can’t use any devices unless necessary. Avoid situations that can cause you to think of it. Ask your friends to not share things from there with you if they do.
This is all generic advice, but I hope it helps.
