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I ‘Bricked’ My Phone After 5 p.m. — and Cut My Spending in Half
- The author began using a Brick device in February to block social media and shopping apps from 5 to 9 p.m. on weekdays to reduce distractions during family time and promote mindfulness.
- At 5 p.m., the phone automatically locks the author out of apps like Instagram, Amazon, and Target to prevent scrolling and shopping during those hours.
- This practice helps the author spend more time with their kids on the couch instead of being on their phone, aiding mindfulness and reducing screen time.
- As a result, the author cut their spending in half by avoiding online shopping during the locked hours.
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I ‘Bricked’ My Phone After 5 p.m. — and Cut My Spending in Half
At 5 p.m., my phone locks me out. No scrolling on Instagram or adding things to my Amazon cart. No late-night look at the Target app. Instead, I’m with my kids on the couch — keeping money in my bank…
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