I spent 40 hours on my phone in a week. How can I possibly lecture my kids?
A columnist reflects on their excessive smartphone usage and the psychological impact of doomscrolling. The piece explores the compulsive nature of digital content consumption and the difficulty of modeling healthy habits for children.
Why it matters
It highlights the growing societal concern regarding digital addiction and the impact of algorithmic content on personal productivity and mental health.
WITHOUT FAIL, ONE of my most hated regular smartphone notifications is the screen time ping on a Monday morning.
The article is a personal reflection on lifestyle and technology habits without a clear political or ideological agenda.
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