#  @clinjar Clint Jarvis Clint Jarvis posts on X about social media, how to, health, instagram the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::757554464/interactions)  - [--] Week [---------] -46% - [--] Month [---------] -74% - [--] Months [----------] -39% - [--] Year [-----------] +30,721% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/twitter::757554464/posts_active)  - [--] Week [--] +92% - [--] Month [--] +47% - [--] Months [---] -28% - [--] Year [---] +3,942% ### Followers: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::757554464/followers)  - [--] Week [------] +1.30% - [--] Month [------] +7.60% - [--] Months [------] +40% - [--] Year [------] +948% ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/twitter::757554464/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [social networks](/list/social-networks) 4.5% [finance](/list/finance) 3.6% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) 3.6% [celebrities](/list/celebrities) 2.7% [products](/list/products) 1.8% **Social topic influence** [social media](/topic/social-media) #2411, [how to](/topic/how-to) 12.61%, [health](/topic/health) 6.31%, [instagram](/topic/instagram) 4.5%, [saving](/topic/saving) #277, [mode](/topic/mode) 3.6%, [facebook](/topic/facebook) 3.6%, [you dont](/topic/you-dont) 2.7%, [media](/topic/media) 2.7%, [social](/topic/social) 2.7% **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@clinjarmt8](/creator/undefined) [@braelyn_ai](/creator/undefined) [@siddhantgarg33](/creator/undefined) [@oldrooster7](/creator/undefined) [@domode10](/creator/undefined) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "8 signs you have an avoidant attachment style: [--]. Youre extremely independent" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2022317361454571750) 2026-02-13T14:30Z 10.7K followers, 1.7M engagements "6 weird habits that actually reveal high intelligence: [--]. Talking to yourself" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2018693485810032918) 2026-02-03T14:30Z 10.7K followers, 3.4M engagements "Bren Brown is a world-renowned research professor & bestselling author. She recently exposed how shame fear and perfectionism secretly control your life. Her [--] most important insights to break free:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2021592688924217809) 2026-02-11T14:30Z 10.7K followers, [----] engagements "7 micro-habits keeping you in low-grade anxiety (even when nothings wrong): [--]. Doomscrolling first thing in the morning" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2022347564184719494) 2026-02-13T16:30Z 10.7K followers, 34K engagements "1. Privacy over popularity Theyre not antisocial theyre intentional. Psychologists call it a high privacy orientation. They value control over what others see and think about them. They dont overshare because they know peace needs protection" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1998048761042657344) 2025-12-08T15:15Z 10.6K followers, 682.6K engagements "Self-directed speech helps organize thoughts solve problems and regulate emotions. Its how the brain thinks out loud. Many highly intelligent people keep this habit into adulthood" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2018693497512177964) 2026-02-03T14:30Z 10.6K followers, 356.5K engagements "2. Often feeling like an outsider High intelligence often comes with heightened self-awareness. Seeing patterns others miss can make it harder to fully blend in especially early in life. Insight can feel isolating before it feels useful" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2018693561412403487) 2026-02-03T14:30Z 10.6K followers, 356.2K engagements "4. Getting best ideas during rest not effort Insights often arrive in the shower on walks or late at night. Thats unconscious problem-solving. Smart brains keep working even when attention is relaxed" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2018693689317720350) 2026-02-03T14:30Z 10.6K followers, 310.4K engagements "Here's the paradox that changes everything: Your emotions fall into High arousal (anxiety anger excitement) Low arousal (peace sadness contentment) Isolation moves you from high to low arousal. It's an emotional regulation tool your brain naturally uses" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2019780938117599564) 2026-02-06T14:31Z 10.6K followers, [---] engagements "The problem You spend hours on the internet experiencing high arousal emotions. Companies create fear and anxiety because anxious people buy things. Then your brain craves isolation to calm down. But you fill that isolation with more scrolling" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2019780949962322068) 2026-02-06T14:31Z 10.6K followers, [---] engagements "2. There is no courage without vulnerability. Courage always involves uncertainty risk and emotional exposure. If you already know how something will end it isnt bravery. Courage is showing up without control over the outcome" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2021592778111856943) 2026-02-11T14:30Z 10.7K followers, [---] engagements "3. Joy is the most vulnerable emotion we experience. Many people choose low-grade disappointment over risking excitement. When joy feels scary Brown recommends practicing gratitude in that moment instead of bracing for loss" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2021592789994344870) 2026-02-11T14:30Z 10.6K followers, [---] engagements "You dont need to be tougher. You need fewer systems constantly pulling you out of yourself. Boundaries arent restriction. Theyre protection. Try Roots here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2021593037814878603) 2026-02-11T14:31Z 10.7K followers, [---] engagements "Media credits: - Image of phone scrolling Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike [---] - Bren Brown: The Algorithms Have Forced Us Into A Hidden Epidemic This Is The Only Way Out https://youtu.be/jroF3PH-PTssi=BKDZL6j4bDkC_EU0 https://youtu.be/jroF3PH-PTssi=BKDZL6j4bDkC_EU0" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2021593050448113818) 2026-02-11T14:31Z 10.7K followers, [---] engagements "Stanford paid [-----] people to quit social media. This was the largest study on emotional health in history. The results were so shocking scientists called it "comparable to therapy." Here's what happens when you break free from the algorithm: 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949265893827066) 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 5.7M engagements "Create dedicated tech-free zones in your life: Device-free meals No-phone morning routine Tech-free evenings This creates what Newport calls "solitude" - freedom from input from other minds - and research confirms the benefits:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1902393043707371623) 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 55.8K engagements "5. Pick scroll replacements Simple things to redirect yourself away from scrolling. Go for a walk pick up a book play with your dog or grab a guitar. Roots nudges me toward these when apps are blocked" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1914430451021930810) 2025-04-21T21:26Z 10.7K followers, 348.5K engagements "With small changes my phone usage has dropped from [--] hours to [--] daily. Pickups from [---] to [--] daily. My mind feels more calm clear and creative" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1914430467211944391) 2025-04-21T21:26Z 10.7K followers, 214.9K engagements "Loneliness isn't a flaw. It's actually an adaptive advantage that's rising for a reason. But most people process it wrong and stay miserable forever. Here's how to turn isolation into peace instead of sadness:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2019780704801087994) 2026-02-06T14:30Z 10.7K followers, [----] engagements "One simple decision is saving me 3+ hours a day. I stopped doom scrolling. That doesn't mean I don't use my phone I just set better boundaries. Heres exactly how I do it (#5 is key)" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1914430297040679291) 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 39.2M engagements "Technology isn't the enemy. But using it mindlessly can be. Start with an app blocker like Roots (there are several good ones). Here's how I set clear boundaries: https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6446800962pt=120393990&ct=X@clinjar&mt=8 https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6446800962pt=120393990&ct=X@clinjar&mt=8" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1914430309413814538) 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 492.2K engagements "1. Add friction Keep social media blocked by at all times. Force yourself to unblock it intentionally. Create just enough pause to break the loop" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1914430365042925963) 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 478.4K engagements "2. Set hard limits I limit social media to [--] minutes a day on my phone. Once I reach that limit I can't unblock. No uninstalling no logging out no workarounds. (This is where Roots is especially helpful.)" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1914430403332784440) 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 451.9K engagements "3. Schedule downtime Go full "Monk Mode" with certain apps completely blocked. Mornings (5am-9am): no social media or work apps Evenings: (6pm-midnight): everything blocked This downtime helps rewire your brain" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1914430418730033496) 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 411.2K engagements "4. Instant app blocking Sometimes I need to block everything on demand: Stay focused during deep work Block distractions when I get in the car Avoid the just for a second trap I use it at least once a day" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1914430434001477787) 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 380K engagements "It's worth it to break free from your phone. If I can do it you can too. Here's a link to the app blocker I mentioned: https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6446800962pt=120393990&ct=X@clinjar&mt=8 https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6446800962pt=120393990&ct=X@clinjar&mt=8" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1914430479606145236) 2025-04-21T21:26Z 10.7K followers, 165.8K engagements "One simple decision is saving me 3+ hours a day. I stopped doom scrolling. That doesn't mean I don't use my phone I just set better boundaries. Heres exactly how I do it (#5 is key)" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938578163300524505) 2025-06-27T12:40Z 10.7K followers, 8M engagements "You can turn any iPhone into a "dumb phone". Strip out distractions. Keep what matters. And switch back whenever you need. Heres how to do it (in under [--] minutes):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1944404715221270874) 2025-07-13T14:33Z 10.7K followers, 9.1M engagements "Some people never post photos online. No selfies. No updates. No look at me moments. In a world built for attention their silence stands out. Heres what psychology says it really means:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1998048696710361359) 2025-12-08T15:15Z 10.7K followers, 6.5M engagements "Independence isnt bad forced independence is the issue. You solve problems alone. You absolutely hate asking for help. You may judge people who rely on others. Relying on others feels unsafe" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2022317374008152219) 2026-02-13T14:30Z 10.7K followers, 175.6K engagements "8. Youre highly critical - of yourself and others. Your inner critic is loud. You spot flaws faster than positives. This often develops when care was inconsistent early on" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2022317610768241005) 2026-02-13T14:31Z 10.7K followers, 101.6K engagements "Now heres the modern complication: Avoidant patterns dont exist in a vacuum anymore. Phones make emotional distance effortless" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2022317622822633500) 2026-02-13T14:31Z 10.7K followers, 86K engagements "Its not about giving up your phone. Its about creating space to reconnect with yourself. I use Roots to set boundaries reduce noise and find calm again. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2022317709145604491) 2026-02-13T14:31Z 10.7K followers, 22.9K engagements "Video credit: [--] Signs of an Avoidant Attachment Style https://youtu.be/nqlce10FyVUsi=ZmYOSQMb6B9gMQ9R https://youtu.be/nqlce10FyVUsi=ZmYOSQMb6B9gMQ9R" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2022317721569071114) 2026-02-13T14:31Z 10.7K followers, 33.7K engagements "News comparisons outrage - before your brain even wakes up. This floods your nervous system with stress before youve done anything. Your day starts reactive instead of grounded" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2022347576893382774) 2026-02-13T16:30Z 10.7K followers, [----] engagements "2. Skipping emotional check-ins Not asking How am I actually feeling Ignored emotions dont disappear. They go underground then resurface as stress burnout or anxiety. Awareness is the first stabilizer" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2022347641326346607) 2026-02-13T16:30Z 10.7K followers, [----] engagements "Its not about giving up your phone. Its about creating space to reconnect with yourself. I use Roots to set boundaries reduce noise and find calm again. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2022347877973160099) 2026-02-13T16:31Z 10.7K followers, [---] engagements "Media credit: - Micro habits That Make You Feel Off https://youtu.be/tgb2luhdRyUsi=PTr0p8SfihBlN7DG https://youtu.be/tgb2luhdRyUsi=PTr0p8SfihBlN7DG" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/2022347890119876872) 2026-02-13T16:31Z 10.7K followers, [----] engagements ""Brain Rot" just won Oxford Dictionary's [----] Word of the Year. Not because it's trendy. But because it's happening to more people every day. Here's what experts say is the leading cause of this new epidemic. (Hint: It's more common than you think):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1882073247048757293) 2025-01-22T14:30Z 10.7K followers, 384.1K engagements "Your phone steals your time attention and energy. The average person spends 5-6 hours scrolling per daythats [--] years of your life. But it doesnt have to be that way. These [--] tips can change your life (#3 is key):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1891505908808650819) 2025-02-17T15:12Z 10.7K followers, 638.6K engagements "These two men exposed a fundamental flaw in modern medicine: Bryan Johnson spends $2M/year on a strict vegan diet Paul Saladino eats steak and organ meat 3x a day Yet both have "perfect bloodwork". Here's the 2000-year-old secret that may explain the paradox:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1892912215709409464) 2025-02-21T12:20Z 10.7K followers, 167.5K engagements "In [----] they declared phone addiction a national health crisis. 57% of Americans report addiction to their devices. So Dr. Andrew Huberman used his 20+ years of research to help people break this destructive habit. Here's his guide to rewire your brain:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1896614959494447477) 2025-03-03T17:33Z 10.7K followers, 95.2K engagements "He deleted almost every app from his phone. Then he wrote [--] bestsellers in [--] years. Cal Newport's controversial take: Your phone is making you mediocre. His science-backed system for getting your brain back:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1902392613040484443) 2025-03-19T16:11Z 10.7K followers, 7M engagements "The average person spends a whopping [--] hours and [--] minutes on their phone daily. And that figure is still growing. That's nearly [--] days per year staring at a small screen. A study from the Journal of the Association for Consumer Research revealed something crucial:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1902392628454551677) 2025-03-19T16:12Z 10.7K followers, 175.6K engagements "The mere presence of your phone reduces cognitive capacity. Even when it's turned off face down on your desk. Your brain is actively working to resist picking it up. This "brain drain" effect leaves fewer resources for actual thinking" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1902392680086434245) 2025-03-19T16:12Z 10.7K followers, 163.3K engagements "Research from UC Irvine discovered: It takes [--] minutes and [--] seconds to fully refocus after an interruption. Think about that: Every time you glance at a notification you lose nearly half an hour of deep focus. This led to Newport's solution:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1902392780095418800) 2025-03-19T16:12Z 10.7K followers, 135K engagements "He developed "Digital Minimalism." The core principle is simple: Use technology only in ways that deeply support your values. Ruthlessly eliminate everything else. Here's how you can implement it:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1902392797367562350) 2025-03-19T16:12Z 10.7K followers, 107K engagements "The Digital Reset: Set strict limits on non-essential apps. Less social media. Less mindless scrolling. Use your phone as a tool not an escape. Apps like Roots can help keep implement this" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1902392882126065685) 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 99.2K engagements "The Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology confirmed: Limiting social media reduced loneliness and depression. Focus improved. Sleep quality increased. Anxiety levels decreased significantly. But Newport found something even more fundamental:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1902392898571956560) 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 88.9K engagements "He emphasized the importance of "high-quality leisure." Instead of scrolling engage in activities that require skill development. These activities provide deeper satisfaction than passive consumption. The neuroscience behind this is compelling:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1902392963457806680) 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 77.3K engagements "Research shows when you're bored your brain activates the Default Mode Network. This neural network is crucial for creative thinking and problem-solving. It enables deep reflection and novel connections. But constant phone use disrupts this activation. Newport's solution was evidence-based:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1902392975726145839) 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 70.3K engagements "The University of Texas found: Having your phone in another room significantly improves cognitive performance. It outperforms all other phone placement strategies. But Newport's system went further:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1902393027102208038) 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 63.3K engagements "Every child builds invisible armor. By adulthood this protection can become poison. Almost 40% of adults carry these childhood wounds without knowing. Here's how to recognize and heal them:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1907070515673792913) 2025-04-01T14:00Z 10.7K followers, 151.9K engagements "You can turn any iPhone into a "dumb phone". Strip out distractions. Keep what matters. And switch back whenever you need. Heres how to do it using Focus Mode + Shortcuts (in under [--] minutes):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1912882883968307317) 2025-04-17T14:56Z 10.7K followers, 387.6K engagements "Your phone isnt just stealing your time. Its stealing moments like this. Moments you dont get back. It doesn't have to be this way. These [--] tips changed my life (and will do the same for you):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1917959905392333008) 2025-05-01T15:10Z 10.7K followers, 217.5K engagements "Your [--] am anxiety is not random. It's your brain's desperate warning signal. Your phone hijacks your natural sleep patterns forcing your brain into panic mode. Here's a science-backed 4-step routine to restore deep sleep: 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1918692532378374401) 2025-05-03T15:42Z 10.7K followers, 147.2K engagements "It's a good question. For me it's simple stuff. I am readying more physical books than even before. Some productive some pure fiction for fun. I also take my dog for more walks and sometimes just pause without doing anything. I think the part people miss sometimes is the negative impact of scrolling on social media. Pretty much anything else is going to be better for your brain and it doesn't even have to be productive. Sounds like you found a good way to use the time you unblocked congrats" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1920123126651691226) 2025-05-07T14:26Z 10.7K followers, 69.6K engagements "Modern life looks normaluntil you take away the phones. Then. all thats left is emptiness. A photographer did just that and the result is deeply unsettling. This photo series reveals the illusion of being "connected":🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1920154170520449432) 2025-05-07T16:30Z 10.7K followers, 125.5K engagements "Your phone. It's why you're stressed unmotivated and numb. It's one of the most dangerous common and overlooked bad habits in the world: Here are [--] ways your phone is rewiring your brain (according to a Harvard-trained psychiatrist): 🧵👇" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1920839488915599561) 2025-05-09T13:53Z 10.7K followers, 212.1K engagements "Social media broke Gen Zs brains. Jonathan Haidt sat down with Andrew Huberman to explain how it happened. and what we can do before its too late. Heres his 4-step plan to save the next generation (and yourself): 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1925930759417684060) 2025-05-23T15:04Z 10.7K followers, 759.1K engagements "One simple decision is saving me 3+ hours a day. I stopped doom scrolling. I still use my phone but I set better boundaries. Heres exactly how I do it (#5 is key)" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1927343344222425126) 2025-05-27T12:37Z 10.7K followers, 1M engagements "Your phone isnt just stealing your time. Its stealing thousands of small moments like this. But it doesn't have to be this way. Here are [--] tips that changed my life (#3 is key):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1928095609015390321) 2025-05-29T14:26Z 10.7K followers, 248.4K engagements "11 top celebrities who ditched social media: (and their compelling reasons for it) [--]. Cillian Murphy" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1930991839747920339) 2025-06-06T14:15Z 10.7K followers, 408.2K engagements "Cillian says he's too old for social media. He stays off it keeping his mystery and avoiding the self-promotion game" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1930991907381129576) 2025-06-06T14:15Z 10.7K followers, 31.1K engagements "3. Benedict Cumberbatch "I fear social media would ruin my life." Benedict found online reactions to his work too much. He stays offline to protect his mental space" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1930992064990462164) 2025-06-06T14:15Z 10.7K followers, 28.3K engagements "4. Keanu Reeves "I dont feel the need to share every moment of my life." Keanu stays offline to keep his life private especially after personal loss" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1930992131201814754) 2025-06-06T14:16Z 10.7K followers, 27.2K engagements "5. Emma Stone "Ive never understood the need for validation online. Im just not interested." Emma has never joined social media" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1930992197505335378) 2025-06-06T14:16Z 10.7K followers, 25.8K engagements "7. Scarlett Johansson "Im too fragile for social media. I have enough anxiety." Scarlett avoids the mental toll of online presence" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1930992330129154084) 2025-06-06T14:17Z 10.7K followers, 23.8K engagements "Elon Musk just accused Trump of being in the Epstein files. Joe Rogans reactioncaught live on airhits on a deeper issue: Using social media all day is wrecking our mental health. Heres what he said (and how we can all learn from it):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1931886478382288954) 2025-06-09T01:30Z 10.7K followers, 380.6K engagements "He deleted almost every app from his phone. Then he wrote [--] bestsellers in [--] years. Cal Newport's controversial take: Your phone is making you mediocre. His science-backed system for getting your brain back:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1932788301439905817) 2025-06-11T13:13Z 10.7K followers, 6.9M engagements "The mere presence of your phone reduces cognitive capacity. Even when it's turned off face down on your desk. Your brain is actively working to resist picking it up. This "brain drain" leaves fewer resources for actual thinking" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1932788385523052664) 2025-06-11T13:13Z 10.7K followers, 64.6K engagements "Newport identified how phones affect our brains: They create powerful dopamine feedback loops Each notification triggers a craving for more interaction Studies show this mirrors the reward system that drives addiction. Here's where it gets concerning:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1932788454225809900) 2025-06-11T13:14Z 10.7K followers, 54.8K engagements "Research from UC Irvine discovered: It takes [--] minutes to refocus after an interruption. Just one glance = half an hour of lost deep work. This led to Newport's solution:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1932788473251119159) 2025-06-11T13:14Z 10.7K followers, 48.6K engagements "1) Create dedicated tech-free zones in your life: Device-free meals No-phone morning routine Tech-free evenings This creates what Newport calls "solitude" freedom from input from other minds and research confirms the benefits" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1932788559871873382) 2025-06-11T13:14Z 10.7K followers, 35.6K engagements "One simple decision is saving me 3+ hours a day. I stopped doom scrolling. That doesn't mean I don't use my phone I just set better boundaries. Heres exactly how I do it (#5 is key)" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1933872082959630448) 2025-06-14T13:00Z 10.7K followers, 6M engagements ""Popcorn Brain" is the new digital epidemic. It's why you: Can't finish a book anymore Constantly jump between tasks Feel mentally drained all the time Here's how it fragments your focus (and how to get your brain back):🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1934577286382330032) 2025-06-16T11:42Z 10.7K followers, 818.1K engagements "This man was a gaming addict who failed out of college. Today he's a Harvard psychiatrist and leading expert on tech addiction. Dr. K warns: "Your phone is hijacking your brain." Here are [--] ways this is happening: (and how to escape the loop) 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1935325406611329484) 2025-06-18T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 72.1K engagements "He deleted almost every app from his phone. Then he wrote [--] bestsellers in [--] years. Cal Newport's controversial take: Your phone is making you mediocre. His science-backed system for getting your brain back (#3 is key):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1936808994825466221) 2025-06-22T15:30Z 10.7K followers, 821.9K engagements "People underestimate the impact this can have on your life: Dont scroll in bed. Not at night and not in the morning. Sounds simple but it can change your life" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1937521069486936426) 2025-06-24T14:39Z 10.7K followers, 96.5K engagements "Over [-----] people took part. They were paid to deactivate either Instagram or Facebook for [--] weeks. It was done right before the [----] Presidential Election. And the results were undeniable:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949335380787599) 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 363.8K engagements "Participants didnt just feel better. They were measurably happier less anxious and less depressed. Facebook users saw a 6% improvement in emotional well-being Instagram users saw a 4% improvement And not only that" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949351159758928) 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 356K engagements "The researchers found that: Quitting Facebook was 15% as effective as therapy Quitting Instagram: 22% as effective Both eliminated over half of this election-related stress. Thats massive for something as simple as logging out. But here's the twist:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949366808748235) 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 333.1K engagements "These people didnt stop using their phones. They just switched to other apps. Instagram users shifted almost all their time to other apps. Facebook users only spent [--] minutes less on their phones per day. Now what does that mean" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949379198714217) 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 284.5K engagements "Social media platforms like these arent just time-fillers. Theyre engineered for: Endless scrolling Addictive feedback loops Constant comparison Removing them cuts off a huge source of emotional friction" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949445942681672) 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 259.5K engagements "As Psychologist Angela Duckworth put it: Our cell phones are adult pacifiers. But her real point is deeper: Dont rely on willpower. Change your environment instead. She calls it situation modification" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949516818092058) 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 223.4K engagements "The Stanford study proved something we already knew deep down: You dont need to quit tech. You just need to be more intentional with your time. Here's where you can start: 👇" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949599802335735) 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 156.9K engagements "Technology can help set boundaries with social media. Start with a screen time app like Roots. There are several good ones out there. Here's why this is key: https://getroots.link/7rPUkiz https://getroots.link/7rPUkiz" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949611730907301) 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 144.7K engagements "Apps like Roots keep you accountable. When blocking is active you can't uninstall or unblock. This extra friction is key. Here's how to use it effectively in [--] steps:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949627870617881) 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 124.2K engagements "1. Block social media apps Keep social media blocked by at all times. Force yourself to unblock it intentionally. Create just enough pause to break the loop" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949702973825383) 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 105.7K engagements "2. Schedule downtime Set fixed windows to go full "Monk Mode" with social media completely blocked. Mornings (5am-9am): no social media or news apps Evenings: (6pm-midnight): no social media or work apps This downtime helps rewire your brain" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949719214170288) 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 91.2K engagements "5. Do a weekly detox. Roots hosts a weekly Social Media Detox each Sunday. The clarity after that day is incredible" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1938949769453543582) 2025-06-28T13:17Z 10.7K followers, 59.9K engagements "UT Austin just exposed the true cost of phone addiction. They paid [---] people to stop scrolling for [--] weeks. The results were so powerful they outperformed antidepressants. Here's what happens when you escape your digital prison:🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1942576929053499612) 2025-07-08T13:30Z 10.7K followers, 139.7K engagements "Your phone is destroying your childs brain. Not because they use it But because they watch you use it. Experts call it "secondhand screen time." And say it's as harmful as secondhand smoke. Here's the disturbing reality (and how to protect your kids):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1942963215123837064) 2025-07-09T15:05Z 10.7K followers, 54.7K engagements "The man who cracked the code of addiction: Dr. Gabor Mat He sat with Steven Bartlett and shared how addiction really works and how to target it at the root. Here are [--] brutal truths about addiction (and how to break free):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1946200853532303591) 2025-07-18T13:30Z 10.7K followers, 170.6K engagements "I've read Atomic Habits more than I can count. My favorite line: You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems. Here are [--] rules to get 1% better every day (by mastering your habits):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1946551862590861664) 2025-07-19T12:45Z 10.7K followers, 77.7K engagements "Your phone is destroying your childs brain. Experts call it "secondhand screen time." And studies say it's as harmful as secondhand smoke. Here's the disturbing reality (and how to protect your kids):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1949092375831470253) 2025-07-26T13:00Z 10.7K followers, 135.3K engagements "This Stanford psychiatrist cracked the code on addiction. Dr. Anna Lembke just dropped a masterclass on dopamine and how addiction really works. Here are [--] harsh truths you need to know (& how to reset your brain):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1949843560599310571) 2025-07-28T14:45Z 10.7K followers, 193.4K engagements "James Clear said it best: You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems. [--] rules to get 1% better every day (by mastering your habits):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1954179054485250148) 2025-08-09T13:52Z 10.7K followers, 130.8K engagements "David Goggins. Ex-Navy SEAL ultra-marathoner and the human embodiment of willpower. He sat with Andrew Huberman and shared how he turned early trauma ADHD and obesity into relentless willpower. Here's his [--] principles on building inner strength: 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1956742483922255898) 2025-08-16T15:38Z 10.7K followers, 104.7K engagements "Addiction isnt what you think it is. Andrew Huberman just hosted Ryan Soave the worlds top behavioral addiction expert. What he said will flip your understanding of addiction (and recovery) on its head: [--] brutal truths about addiction and how to recover from any kind:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1957467037607092718) 2025-08-18T15:38Z 10.7K followers, 93.7K engagements "Modern life looks normaluntil you take away the phones. A photographer did just that and the result is deeply unsettling. This series of photos speaks louder than words. The illusion of being "connected" is real (and heartbreaking): 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1957827590598848784) 2025-08-19T15:30Z 10.7K followers, 74.6K engagements "You're not lazy you're dopamine-depleted. Trust me I've been there. Here are [--] ways to naturally boost dopamine (and rewire your brain):🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1959967289320866018) 2025-08-25T13:13Z 10.7K followers, 201.3K engagements "This is Marcus Aurelius. Roman emperor stoic philosopher and the reason millions today are learning to live in the present. In a world of distraction he lived by design. Heres the daily routine that made him: 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1960717861711962423) 2025-08-27T14:55Z 10.7K followers, 99.3K engagements "Tom Holland recently opened up about deleting his Instagram. He talks about the dangers of social media. Not as a Hollywood starbut as Tom the human. Here are [--] hard lessons he learned about beating social media addiction:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1961094088964571628) 2025-08-28T15:50Z 10.7K followers, 170.6K engagements "Andrew Huberman just hosted Harvard's leading psychiatrist. Dr. Paul Conti exposed the hidden forces in your mind that quietly sabotage your progress. His [--] insights to transform your mental health: [--]. Stop chasing "happiness"" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1961779703263686901) 2025-08-30T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 312.9K engagements "Everyone studies Warren Buffett for wealth. But if you want both wealth and happinessstudy Naval Ravikant. He recently laid it all out in one of his best interviews yet. Here are [--] powerful lessons that will make you think twice: 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1962138348333695151) 2025-08-31T13:00Z 10.7K followers, 152.9K engagements "He deleted almost every app from his phone. Then he wrote [--] bestsellers in [--] years. Cal Newport's controversial take: Your phone is making you mediocre. His science-backed system for getting your brain back:" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1962869003258655077) 2025-09-02T13:23Z 10.7K followers, 320K engagements "7 ways "bed rotting" is ruining your mental health & how to break free: [--]. It creates false depression" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1963233066224382402) 2025-09-03T13:30Z 10.7K followers, 89.5K engagements "Stanford paid [-----] people to quit social media. This was the largest study on emotional health in history. The results were so shocking scientists called it "comparable to therapy." Here's what happens when you break free from the algorithm: 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1963595333608653064) 2025-09-04T13:29Z 10.7K followers, 635.5K engagements "Youre not lazy youre dopamine-depleted. Trust me Ive been there. [--] bad habits that are sabotaging your motivation (& how to fix them):" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1964679211794518464) 2025-09-07T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 214.5K engagements "Stanford paid [-----] people to quit social media. This was the largest study on emotional health in history. The results were so shocking scientists called it "comparable to therapy." Here's what happens when you break free from the algorithm: 🧵" [X Link](https://x.com/clinjar/status/1977758570038038706) 2025-10-13T15:29Z 10.7K followers, 147.5K engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
@clinjar Clint JarvisClint Jarvis posts on X about social media, how to, health, instagram the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours.
Social category influence social networks 4.5% finance 3.6% technology brands 3.6% celebrities 2.7% products 1.8%
Social topic influence social media #2411, how to 12.61%, health 6.31%, instagram 4.5%, saving #277, mode 3.6%, facebook 3.6%, you dont 2.7%, media 2.7%, social 2.7%
Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by @clinjarmt8 @braelyn_ai @siddhantgarg33 @oldrooster7 @domode10
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
"8 signs you have an avoidant attachment style: [--]. Youre extremely independent"
X Link 2026-02-13T14:30Z 10.7K followers, 1.7M engagements
"6 weird habits that actually reveal high intelligence: [--]. Talking to yourself"
X Link 2026-02-03T14:30Z 10.7K followers, 3.4M engagements
"Bren Brown is a world-renowned research professor & bestselling author. She recently exposed how shame fear and perfectionism secretly control your life. Her [--] most important insights to break free:"
X Link 2026-02-11T14:30Z 10.7K followers, [----] engagements
"7 micro-habits keeping you in low-grade anxiety (even when nothings wrong): [--]. Doomscrolling first thing in the morning"
X Link 2026-02-13T16:30Z 10.7K followers, 34K engagements
"1. Privacy over popularity Theyre not antisocial theyre intentional. Psychologists call it a high privacy orientation. They value control over what others see and think about them. They dont overshare because they know peace needs protection"
X Link 2025-12-08T15:15Z 10.6K followers, 682.6K engagements
"Self-directed speech helps organize thoughts solve problems and regulate emotions. Its how the brain thinks out loud. Many highly intelligent people keep this habit into adulthood"
X Link 2026-02-03T14:30Z 10.6K followers, 356.5K engagements
"2. Often feeling like an outsider High intelligence often comes with heightened self-awareness. Seeing patterns others miss can make it harder to fully blend in especially early in life. Insight can feel isolating before it feels useful"
X Link 2026-02-03T14:30Z 10.6K followers, 356.2K engagements
"4. Getting best ideas during rest not effort Insights often arrive in the shower on walks or late at night. Thats unconscious problem-solving. Smart brains keep working even when attention is relaxed"
X Link 2026-02-03T14:30Z 10.6K followers, 310.4K engagements
"Here's the paradox that changes everything: Your emotions fall into High arousal (anxiety anger excitement) Low arousal (peace sadness contentment) Isolation moves you from high to low arousal. It's an emotional regulation tool your brain naturally uses"
X Link 2026-02-06T14:31Z 10.6K followers, [---] engagements
"The problem You spend hours on the internet experiencing high arousal emotions. Companies create fear and anxiety because anxious people buy things. Then your brain craves isolation to calm down. But you fill that isolation with more scrolling"
X Link 2026-02-06T14:31Z 10.6K followers, [---] engagements
"2. There is no courage without vulnerability. Courage always involves uncertainty risk and emotional exposure. If you already know how something will end it isnt bravery. Courage is showing up without control over the outcome"
X Link 2026-02-11T14:30Z 10.7K followers, [---] engagements
"3. Joy is the most vulnerable emotion we experience. Many people choose low-grade disappointment over risking excitement. When joy feels scary Brown recommends practicing gratitude in that moment instead of bracing for loss"
X Link 2026-02-11T14:30Z 10.6K followers, [---] engagements
"You dont need to be tougher. You need fewer systems constantly pulling you out of yourself. Boundaries arent restriction. Theyre protection. Try Roots here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962"
X Link 2026-02-11T14:31Z 10.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Media credits: - Image of phone scrolling Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike [---] - Bren Brown: The Algorithms Have Forced Us Into A Hidden Epidemic This Is The Only Way Out https://youtu.be/jroF3PH-PTssi=BKDZL6j4bDkC_EU0 https://youtu.be/jroF3PH-PTssi=BKDZL6j4bDkC_EU0"
X Link 2026-02-11T14:31Z 10.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Stanford paid [-----] people to quit social media. This was the largest study on emotional health in history. The results were so shocking scientists called it "comparable to therapy." Here's what happens when you break free from the algorithm: 🧵"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 5.7M engagements
"Create dedicated tech-free zones in your life: Device-free meals No-phone morning routine Tech-free evenings This creates what Newport calls "solitude" - freedom from input from other minds - and research confirms the benefits:"
X Link 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 55.8K engagements
"5. Pick scroll replacements Simple things to redirect yourself away from scrolling. Go for a walk pick up a book play with your dog or grab a guitar. Roots nudges me toward these when apps are blocked"
X Link 2025-04-21T21:26Z 10.7K followers, 348.5K engagements
"With small changes my phone usage has dropped from [--] hours to [--] daily. Pickups from [---] to [--] daily. My mind feels more calm clear and creative"
X Link 2025-04-21T21:26Z 10.7K followers, 214.9K engagements
"Loneliness isn't a flaw. It's actually an adaptive advantage that's rising for a reason. But most people process it wrong and stay miserable forever. Here's how to turn isolation into peace instead of sadness:"
X Link 2026-02-06T14:30Z 10.7K followers, [----] engagements
"One simple decision is saving me 3+ hours a day. I stopped doom scrolling. That doesn't mean I don't use my phone I just set better boundaries. Heres exactly how I do it (#5 is key)"
X Link 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 39.2M engagements
"Technology isn't the enemy. But using it mindlessly can be. Start with an app blocker like Roots (there are several good ones). Here's how I set clear boundaries: https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6446800962pt=120393990&ct=X@clinjar&mt=8 https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6446800962pt=120393990&ct=X@clinjar&mt=8"
X Link 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 492.2K engagements
"1. Add friction Keep social media blocked by at all times. Force yourself to unblock it intentionally. Create just enough pause to break the loop"
X Link 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 478.4K engagements
"2. Set hard limits I limit social media to [--] minutes a day on my phone. Once I reach that limit I can't unblock. No uninstalling no logging out no workarounds. (This is where Roots is especially helpful.)"
X Link 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 451.9K engagements
"3. Schedule downtime Go full "Monk Mode" with certain apps completely blocked. Mornings (5am-9am): no social media or work apps Evenings: (6pm-midnight): everything blocked This downtime helps rewire your brain"
X Link 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 411.2K engagements
"4. Instant app blocking Sometimes I need to block everything on demand: Stay focused during deep work Block distractions when I get in the car Avoid the just for a second trap I use it at least once a day"
X Link 2025-04-21T21:25Z 10.7K followers, 380K engagements
"It's worth it to break free from your phone. If I can do it you can too. Here's a link to the app blocker I mentioned: https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6446800962pt=120393990&ct=X@clinjar&mt=8 https://apps.apple.com/app/apple-store/id6446800962pt=120393990&ct=X@clinjar&mt=8"
X Link 2025-04-21T21:26Z 10.7K followers, 165.8K engagements
"One simple decision is saving me 3+ hours a day. I stopped doom scrolling. That doesn't mean I don't use my phone I just set better boundaries. Heres exactly how I do it (#5 is key)"
X Link 2025-06-27T12:40Z 10.7K followers, 8M engagements
"You can turn any iPhone into a "dumb phone". Strip out distractions. Keep what matters. And switch back whenever you need. Heres how to do it (in under [--] minutes):"
X Link 2025-07-13T14:33Z 10.7K followers, 9.1M engagements
"Some people never post photos online. No selfies. No updates. No look at me moments. In a world built for attention their silence stands out. Heres what psychology says it really means:"
X Link 2025-12-08T15:15Z 10.7K followers, 6.5M engagements
"Independence isnt bad forced independence is the issue. You solve problems alone. You absolutely hate asking for help. You may judge people who rely on others. Relying on others feels unsafe"
X Link 2026-02-13T14:30Z 10.7K followers, 175.6K engagements
"8. Youre highly critical - of yourself and others. Your inner critic is loud. You spot flaws faster than positives. This often develops when care was inconsistent early on"
X Link 2026-02-13T14:31Z 10.7K followers, 101.6K engagements
"Now heres the modern complication: Avoidant patterns dont exist in a vacuum anymore. Phones make emotional distance effortless"
X Link 2026-02-13T14:31Z 10.7K followers, 86K engagements
"Its not about giving up your phone. Its about creating space to reconnect with yourself. I use Roots to set boundaries reduce noise and find calm again. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962"
X Link 2026-02-13T14:31Z 10.7K followers, 22.9K engagements
"Video credit: [--] Signs of an Avoidant Attachment Style https://youtu.be/nqlce10FyVUsi=ZmYOSQMb6B9gMQ9R https://youtu.be/nqlce10FyVUsi=ZmYOSQMb6B9gMQ9R"
X Link 2026-02-13T14:31Z 10.7K followers, 33.7K engagements
"News comparisons outrage - before your brain even wakes up. This floods your nervous system with stress before youve done anything. Your day starts reactive instead of grounded"
X Link 2026-02-13T16:30Z 10.7K followers, [----] engagements
"2. Skipping emotional check-ins Not asking How am I actually feeling Ignored emotions dont disappear. They go underground then resurface as stress burnout or anxiety. Awareness is the first stabilizer"
X Link 2026-02-13T16:30Z 10.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Its not about giving up your phone. Its about creating space to reconnect with yourself. I use Roots to set boundaries reduce noise and find calm again. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962"
X Link 2026-02-13T16:31Z 10.7K followers, [---] engagements
"Media credit: - Micro habits That Make You Feel Off https://youtu.be/tgb2luhdRyUsi=PTr0p8SfihBlN7DG https://youtu.be/tgb2luhdRyUsi=PTr0p8SfihBlN7DG"
X Link 2026-02-13T16:31Z 10.7K followers, [----] engagements
""Brain Rot" just won Oxford Dictionary's [----] Word of the Year. Not because it's trendy. But because it's happening to more people every day. Here's what experts say is the leading cause of this new epidemic. (Hint: It's more common than you think):"
X Link 2025-01-22T14:30Z 10.7K followers, 384.1K engagements
"Your phone steals your time attention and energy. The average person spends 5-6 hours scrolling per daythats [--] years of your life. But it doesnt have to be that way. These [--] tips can change your life (#3 is key):"
X Link 2025-02-17T15:12Z 10.7K followers, 638.6K engagements
"These two men exposed a fundamental flaw in modern medicine: Bryan Johnson spends $2M/year on a strict vegan diet Paul Saladino eats steak and organ meat 3x a day Yet both have "perfect bloodwork". Here's the 2000-year-old secret that may explain the paradox:"
X Link 2025-02-21T12:20Z 10.7K followers, 167.5K engagements
"In [----] they declared phone addiction a national health crisis. 57% of Americans report addiction to their devices. So Dr. Andrew Huberman used his 20+ years of research to help people break this destructive habit. Here's his guide to rewire your brain:"
X Link 2025-03-03T17:33Z 10.7K followers, 95.2K engagements
"He deleted almost every app from his phone. Then he wrote [--] bestsellers in [--] years. Cal Newport's controversial take: Your phone is making you mediocre. His science-backed system for getting your brain back:"
X Link 2025-03-19T16:11Z 10.7K followers, 7M engagements
"The average person spends a whopping [--] hours and [--] minutes on their phone daily. And that figure is still growing. That's nearly [--] days per year staring at a small screen. A study from the Journal of the Association for Consumer Research revealed something crucial:"
X Link 2025-03-19T16:12Z 10.7K followers, 175.6K engagements
"The mere presence of your phone reduces cognitive capacity. Even when it's turned off face down on your desk. Your brain is actively working to resist picking it up. This "brain drain" effect leaves fewer resources for actual thinking"
X Link 2025-03-19T16:12Z 10.7K followers, 163.3K engagements
"Research from UC Irvine discovered: It takes [--] minutes and [--] seconds to fully refocus after an interruption. Think about that: Every time you glance at a notification you lose nearly half an hour of deep focus. This led to Newport's solution:"
X Link 2025-03-19T16:12Z 10.7K followers, 135K engagements
"He developed "Digital Minimalism." The core principle is simple: Use technology only in ways that deeply support your values. Ruthlessly eliminate everything else. Here's how you can implement it:"
X Link 2025-03-19T16:12Z 10.7K followers, 107K engagements
"The Digital Reset: Set strict limits on non-essential apps. Less social media. Less mindless scrolling. Use your phone as a tool not an escape. Apps like Roots can help keep implement this"
X Link 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 99.2K engagements
"The Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology confirmed: Limiting social media reduced loneliness and depression. Focus improved. Sleep quality increased. Anxiety levels decreased significantly. But Newport found something even more fundamental:"
X Link 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 88.9K engagements
"He emphasized the importance of "high-quality leisure." Instead of scrolling engage in activities that require skill development. These activities provide deeper satisfaction than passive consumption. The neuroscience behind this is compelling:"
X Link 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 77.3K engagements
"Research shows when you're bored your brain activates the Default Mode Network. This neural network is crucial for creative thinking and problem-solving. It enables deep reflection and novel connections. But constant phone use disrupts this activation. Newport's solution was evidence-based:"
X Link 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 70.3K engagements
"The University of Texas found: Having your phone in another room significantly improves cognitive performance. It outperforms all other phone placement strategies. But Newport's system went further:"
X Link 2025-03-19T16:13Z 10.7K followers, 63.3K engagements
"Every child builds invisible armor. By adulthood this protection can become poison. Almost 40% of adults carry these childhood wounds without knowing. Here's how to recognize and heal them:"
X Link 2025-04-01T14:00Z 10.7K followers, 151.9K engagements
"You can turn any iPhone into a "dumb phone". Strip out distractions. Keep what matters. And switch back whenever you need. Heres how to do it using Focus Mode + Shortcuts (in under [--] minutes):"
X Link 2025-04-17T14:56Z 10.7K followers, 387.6K engagements
"Your phone isnt just stealing your time. Its stealing moments like this. Moments you dont get back. It doesn't have to be this way. These [--] tips changed my life (and will do the same for you):"
X Link 2025-05-01T15:10Z 10.7K followers, 217.5K engagements
"Your [--] am anxiety is not random. It's your brain's desperate warning signal. Your phone hijacks your natural sleep patterns forcing your brain into panic mode. Here's a science-backed 4-step routine to restore deep sleep: 🧵"
X Link 2025-05-03T15:42Z 10.7K followers, 147.2K engagements
"It's a good question. For me it's simple stuff. I am readying more physical books than even before. Some productive some pure fiction for fun. I also take my dog for more walks and sometimes just pause without doing anything. I think the part people miss sometimes is the negative impact of scrolling on social media. Pretty much anything else is going to be better for your brain and it doesn't even have to be productive. Sounds like you found a good way to use the time you unblocked congrats"
X Link 2025-05-07T14:26Z 10.7K followers, 69.6K engagements
"Modern life looks normaluntil you take away the phones. Then. all thats left is emptiness. A photographer did just that and the result is deeply unsettling. This photo series reveals the illusion of being "connected":🧵"
X Link 2025-05-07T16:30Z 10.7K followers, 125.5K engagements
"Your phone. It's why you're stressed unmotivated and numb. It's one of the most dangerous common and overlooked bad habits in the world: Here are [--] ways your phone is rewiring your brain (according to a Harvard-trained psychiatrist): 🧵👇"
X Link 2025-05-09T13:53Z 10.7K followers, 212.1K engagements
"Social media broke Gen Zs brains. Jonathan Haidt sat down with Andrew Huberman to explain how it happened. and what we can do before its too late. Heres his 4-step plan to save the next generation (and yourself): 🧵"
X Link 2025-05-23T15:04Z 10.7K followers, 759.1K engagements
"One simple decision is saving me 3+ hours a day. I stopped doom scrolling. I still use my phone but I set better boundaries. Heres exactly how I do it (#5 is key)"
X Link 2025-05-27T12:37Z 10.7K followers, 1M engagements
"Your phone isnt just stealing your time. Its stealing thousands of small moments like this. But it doesn't have to be this way. Here are [--] tips that changed my life (#3 is key):"
X Link 2025-05-29T14:26Z 10.7K followers, 248.4K engagements
"11 top celebrities who ditched social media: (and their compelling reasons for it) [--]. Cillian Murphy"
X Link 2025-06-06T14:15Z 10.7K followers, 408.2K engagements
"Cillian says he's too old for social media. He stays off it keeping his mystery and avoiding the self-promotion game"
X Link 2025-06-06T14:15Z 10.7K followers, 31.1K engagements
"3. Benedict Cumberbatch "I fear social media would ruin my life." Benedict found online reactions to his work too much. He stays offline to protect his mental space"
X Link 2025-06-06T14:15Z 10.7K followers, 28.3K engagements
"4. Keanu Reeves "I dont feel the need to share every moment of my life." Keanu stays offline to keep his life private especially after personal loss"
X Link 2025-06-06T14:16Z 10.7K followers, 27.2K engagements
"5. Emma Stone "Ive never understood the need for validation online. Im just not interested." Emma has never joined social media"
X Link 2025-06-06T14:16Z 10.7K followers, 25.8K engagements
"7. Scarlett Johansson "Im too fragile for social media. I have enough anxiety." Scarlett avoids the mental toll of online presence"
X Link 2025-06-06T14:17Z 10.7K followers, 23.8K engagements
"Elon Musk just accused Trump of being in the Epstein files. Joe Rogans reactioncaught live on airhits on a deeper issue: Using social media all day is wrecking our mental health. Heres what he said (and how we can all learn from it):"
X Link 2025-06-09T01:30Z 10.7K followers, 380.6K engagements
"He deleted almost every app from his phone. Then he wrote [--] bestsellers in [--] years. Cal Newport's controversial take: Your phone is making you mediocre. His science-backed system for getting your brain back:"
X Link 2025-06-11T13:13Z 10.7K followers, 6.9M engagements
"The mere presence of your phone reduces cognitive capacity. Even when it's turned off face down on your desk. Your brain is actively working to resist picking it up. This "brain drain" leaves fewer resources for actual thinking"
X Link 2025-06-11T13:13Z 10.7K followers, 64.6K engagements
"Newport identified how phones affect our brains: They create powerful dopamine feedback loops Each notification triggers a craving for more interaction Studies show this mirrors the reward system that drives addiction. Here's where it gets concerning:"
X Link 2025-06-11T13:14Z 10.7K followers, 54.8K engagements
"Research from UC Irvine discovered: It takes [--] minutes to refocus after an interruption. Just one glance = half an hour of lost deep work. This led to Newport's solution:"
X Link 2025-06-11T13:14Z 10.7K followers, 48.6K engagements
"1) Create dedicated tech-free zones in your life: Device-free meals No-phone morning routine Tech-free evenings This creates what Newport calls "solitude" freedom from input from other minds and research confirms the benefits"
X Link 2025-06-11T13:14Z 10.7K followers, 35.6K engagements
"One simple decision is saving me 3+ hours a day. I stopped doom scrolling. That doesn't mean I don't use my phone I just set better boundaries. Heres exactly how I do it (#5 is key)"
X Link 2025-06-14T13:00Z 10.7K followers, 6M engagements
""Popcorn Brain" is the new digital epidemic. It's why you: Can't finish a book anymore Constantly jump between tasks Feel mentally drained all the time Here's how it fragments your focus (and how to get your brain back):🧵"
X Link 2025-06-16T11:42Z 10.7K followers, 818.1K engagements
"This man was a gaming addict who failed out of college. Today he's a Harvard psychiatrist and leading expert on tech addiction. Dr. K warns: "Your phone is hijacking your brain." Here are [--] ways this is happening: (and how to escape the loop) 🧵"
X Link 2025-06-18T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 72.1K engagements
"He deleted almost every app from his phone. Then he wrote [--] bestsellers in [--] years. Cal Newport's controversial take: Your phone is making you mediocre. His science-backed system for getting your brain back (#3 is key):"
X Link 2025-06-22T15:30Z 10.7K followers, 821.9K engagements
"People underestimate the impact this can have on your life: Dont scroll in bed. Not at night and not in the morning. Sounds simple but it can change your life"
X Link 2025-06-24T14:39Z 10.7K followers, 96.5K engagements
"Over [-----] people took part. They were paid to deactivate either Instagram or Facebook for [--] weeks. It was done right before the [----] Presidential Election. And the results were undeniable:"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 363.8K engagements
"Participants didnt just feel better. They were measurably happier less anxious and less depressed. Facebook users saw a 6% improvement in emotional well-being Instagram users saw a 4% improvement And not only that"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 356K engagements
"The researchers found that: Quitting Facebook was 15% as effective as therapy Quitting Instagram: 22% as effective Both eliminated over half of this election-related stress. Thats massive for something as simple as logging out. But here's the twist:"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 333.1K engagements
"These people didnt stop using their phones. They just switched to other apps. Instagram users shifted almost all their time to other apps. Facebook users only spent [--] minutes less on their phones per day. Now what does that mean"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 284.5K engagements
"Social media platforms like these arent just time-fillers. Theyre engineered for: Endless scrolling Addictive feedback loops Constant comparison Removing them cuts off a huge source of emotional friction"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 259.5K engagements
"As Psychologist Angela Duckworth put it: Our cell phones are adult pacifiers. But her real point is deeper: Dont rely on willpower. Change your environment instead. She calls it situation modification"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 223.4K engagements
"The Stanford study proved something we already knew deep down: You dont need to quit tech. You just need to be more intentional with your time. Here's where you can start: 👇"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 156.9K engagements
"Technology can help set boundaries with social media. Start with a screen time app like Roots. There are several good ones out there. Here's why this is key: https://getroots.link/7rPUkiz https://getroots.link/7rPUkiz"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 144.7K engagements
"Apps like Roots keep you accountable. When blocking is active you can't uninstall or unblock. This extra friction is key. Here's how to use it effectively in [--] steps:"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 124.2K engagements
"1. Block social media apps Keep social media blocked by at all times. Force yourself to unblock it intentionally. Create just enough pause to break the loop"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 105.7K engagements
"2. Schedule downtime Set fixed windows to go full "Monk Mode" with social media completely blocked. Mornings (5am-9am): no social media or news apps Evenings: (6pm-midnight): no social media or work apps This downtime helps rewire your brain"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 91.2K engagements
"5. Do a weekly detox. Roots hosts a weekly Social Media Detox each Sunday. The clarity after that day is incredible"
X Link 2025-06-28T13:17Z 10.7K followers, 59.9K engagements
"UT Austin just exposed the true cost of phone addiction. They paid [---] people to stop scrolling for [--] weeks. The results were so powerful they outperformed antidepressants. Here's what happens when you escape your digital prison:🧵"
X Link 2025-07-08T13:30Z 10.7K followers, 139.7K engagements
"Your phone is destroying your childs brain. Not because they use it But because they watch you use it. Experts call it "secondhand screen time." And say it's as harmful as secondhand smoke. Here's the disturbing reality (and how to protect your kids):"
X Link 2025-07-09T15:05Z 10.7K followers, 54.7K engagements
"The man who cracked the code of addiction: Dr. Gabor Mat He sat with Steven Bartlett and shared how addiction really works and how to target it at the root. Here are [--] brutal truths about addiction (and how to break free):"
X Link 2025-07-18T13:30Z 10.7K followers, 170.6K engagements
"I've read Atomic Habits more than I can count. My favorite line: You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems. Here are [--] rules to get 1% better every day (by mastering your habits):"
X Link 2025-07-19T12:45Z 10.7K followers, 77.7K engagements
"Your phone is destroying your childs brain. Experts call it "secondhand screen time." And studies say it's as harmful as secondhand smoke. Here's the disturbing reality (and how to protect your kids):"
X Link 2025-07-26T13:00Z 10.7K followers, 135.3K engagements
"This Stanford psychiatrist cracked the code on addiction. Dr. Anna Lembke just dropped a masterclass on dopamine and how addiction really works. Here are [--] harsh truths you need to know (& how to reset your brain):"
X Link 2025-07-28T14:45Z 10.7K followers, 193.4K engagements
"James Clear said it best: You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems. [--] rules to get 1% better every day (by mastering your habits):"
X Link 2025-08-09T13:52Z 10.7K followers, 130.8K engagements
"David Goggins. Ex-Navy SEAL ultra-marathoner and the human embodiment of willpower. He sat with Andrew Huberman and shared how he turned early trauma ADHD and obesity into relentless willpower. Here's his [--] principles on building inner strength: 🧵"
X Link 2025-08-16T15:38Z 10.7K followers, 104.7K engagements
"Addiction isnt what you think it is. Andrew Huberman just hosted Ryan Soave the worlds top behavioral addiction expert. What he said will flip your understanding of addiction (and recovery) on its head: [--] brutal truths about addiction and how to recover from any kind:"
X Link 2025-08-18T15:38Z 10.7K followers, 93.7K engagements
"Modern life looks normaluntil you take away the phones. A photographer did just that and the result is deeply unsettling. This series of photos speaks louder than words. The illusion of being "connected" is real (and heartbreaking): 🧵"
X Link 2025-08-19T15:30Z 10.7K followers, 74.6K engagements
"You're not lazy you're dopamine-depleted. Trust me I've been there. Here are [--] ways to naturally boost dopamine (and rewire your brain):🧵"
X Link 2025-08-25T13:13Z 10.7K followers, 201.3K engagements
"This is Marcus Aurelius. Roman emperor stoic philosopher and the reason millions today are learning to live in the present. In a world of distraction he lived by design. Heres the daily routine that made him: 🧵"
X Link 2025-08-27T14:55Z 10.7K followers, 99.3K engagements
"Tom Holland recently opened up about deleting his Instagram. He talks about the dangers of social media. Not as a Hollywood starbut as Tom the human. Here are [--] hard lessons he learned about beating social media addiction:"
X Link 2025-08-28T15:50Z 10.7K followers, 170.6K engagements
"Andrew Huberman just hosted Harvard's leading psychiatrist. Dr. Paul Conti exposed the hidden forces in your mind that quietly sabotage your progress. His [--] insights to transform your mental health: [--]. Stop chasing "happiness""
X Link 2025-08-30T13:15Z 10.7K followers, 312.9K engagements
"Everyone studies Warren Buffett for wealth. But if you want both wealth and happinessstudy Naval Ravikant. He recently laid it all out in one of his best interviews yet. Here are [--] powerful lessons that will make you think twice: 🧵"
X Link 2025-08-31T13:00Z 10.7K followers, 152.9K engagements
"He deleted almost every app from his phone. Then he wrote [--] bestsellers in [--] years. Cal Newport's controversial take: Your phone is making you mediocre. His science-backed system for getting your brain back:"
X Link 2025-09-02T13:23Z 10.7K followers, 320K engagements
"7 ways "bed rotting" is ruining your mental health & how to break free: [--]. It creates false depression"
X Link 2025-09-03T13:30Z 10.7K followers, 89.5K engagements
"Stanford paid [-----] people to quit social media. This was the largest study on emotional health in history. The results were so shocking scientists called it "comparable to therapy." Here's what happens when you break free from the algorithm: 🧵"
X Link 2025-09-04T13:29Z 10.7K followers, 635.5K engagements
"Youre not lazy youre dopamine-depleted. Trust me Ive been there. [--] bad habits that are sabotaging your motivation (& how to fix them):"
X Link 2025-09-07T13:16Z 10.7K followers, 214.5K engagements
"Stanford paid [-----] people to quit social media. This was the largest study on emotional health in history. The results were so shocking scientists called it "comparable to therapy." Here's what happens when you break free from the algorithm: 🧵"
X Link 2025-10-13T15:29Z 10.7K followers, 147.5K engagements
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