Start your day with intention by spending the first hour screen-free. This small shift can help set a calm, grounded tone for the rest of your day.

We all go there—doing our business, and suddenly it turns into a mindless scrolling marathon. This week, challenge yourself to break the habit and enjoy a calm poop.

This week’s challenge is to take one intentional hour each day away from all digital noise. Use this time to engage in an offline activity like reading, journaling, going for a walk, reflecting or any offline hobbies. Let this hour be a reset for your mind and body, helping you reconnect with the present moment.

Set a timer for 30 minutes and delete unnecessary apps, organize your photos and files, and clear old messages for a cleaner, simpler digital space. Unfollow or mute social media accounts that no longer add value to your life, and evaluate your subscriptions to cancel anything unnecessary. Reflect on how this small reset impacts your peace of mind and sense of control.

Not sure if this is allowed here but couldn't think of an other place to ask this...

I'm planning to do a social media detox next week to spend more time focusing on my creativity. I will delete all social media apps from my phone for one week, in the hope I will write some more pages. But I don't know if I should delete apps like Pinterest. I know apps like those are still considered social media but they also help me to get the creative juices flowing.

At the moment I don't spend that much time on it, but I'm afraid when I delete all the social media apps, but not Pinterest that will be the app I will spend now hours on.

Has anyone some advice for me?

The new year is a time for fresh starts. Take a moment to think about three offline activities you’d like to enjoy more and write them down. Let this list be your guide as you build new habits this upcoming year.

This week’s challenge is something I’ve incorporated into my own life and found very helpful. It feels great to wake up and get moving right away instead of getting stuck on screens first thing in the morning. It doesn’t have to take more than ten minutes. If possible, try going to bed a little earlier than usual so you don’t miss out on important sleep.

Join us on the first Friday of every month for a 24-hour screen break, from sundown on Friday to sundown on Saturday. Here’s how to take part:

1.	Plan Ahead

Finish up any online tasks beforehand, and let friends and family know you’ll be offline. For peace of mind, you might want to set up a way for people to reach you in a real emergency—maybe through a trusted friend or a backup phone number.

2.	Start OfflineDay

At sundown on Friday, turn off all digital devices—phones, computers, TVs, everything.

3.	Engage Fully

Use this time to explore offline activities: spend time in nature, pursue a hobby, connect face-to-face or simply enjoy quiet moments with yourself and your thoughts. Embrace the calm that comes from being fully present.

4.	Reflect

Notice how disconnecting feels. Pay attention to moments of peace, creativity and where your mind go.

5.	Return Mindfully

After sundown on Saturday, reconnect to screens thoughtfully, reflecting on the experience and insights.

Note: OfflineDay is meant to be completely screen-free, encouraging a full break from the digital world. However, if going entirely offline feels too daunting, consider limiting screen use as much as possible. Remember, the goal is to embrace life beyond screens and reconnect with yourself.

Why OfflineDay?

In a world that’s filled with constant notifications, endless scrolling and digital noise, it’s easy to get caught up in a cycle of information overload. We’re often fed a stream of negativity, and online spaces can quickly become a source of stress, comparison and even hostility. OfflineDay is here to remind us of the beauty and simplicity of the real world, encouraging us to reconnect with what truly matters.

On a personal level, stepping away from screens can help us rediscover a sense of calm and clarity. It offers us a chance to take a step back, reduce stress/anxiety and refocus our attention on ourselves and the real world. OfflineDay invites us to experience the richness of human connection, creativity and solitude in a way that screens can never replicate.

On a larger scale, OfflineDay is a movement toward reclaiming a balance between our online and offline lives. In our hyper-connected world, taking this day each month is a small but powerful way to prioritize well-being, mental health and positivity. By spending time offline, we make room to see the beauty of the world around us—the small moments, meaningful interactions and experiences that remind us of our shared humanity.

This week, challenge yourself by setting your phone to grayscale mode. By removing the vibrant colors, your phone becomes less stimulating, helping reduce the urge to check it subconsciously. Research has shown that grayscale can significantly decrease screen time, and I can personally vouch for it—I made the switch about a year ago and haven’t changed back! It’s a simple yet powerful way to make your phone less addictive and reclaim your attention. Give it a try and see how it feels!

Original source: https://dachi.substack.com/p/2-eight-cognitive-biases-harming

I’m working on an app that encourages you to reflect on how you’re feeling before opening apps like Instagram or Reddit.

The idea is to make you stop for a second and think about why you’re about to scroll.

For example, are you feeling anxious, stressed, or just bored?

Do you think a quick moment like this could help you use social media more intentionally? I’d love your thoughts!

P.S. If you’ve got ideas or feedback, I’d be happy to hear them!

Hi r/OfflineDay,

I’ve built a simple app to help reduce screen time and make unplugging easier. It’s an app/website blocker with 3 modes:

1. Timer – Block distractions for a set time (e.g. offline day).

2. Schedule – Block during specific hours (e.g., bedtime).

3. Limit Blocking – Cap daily usage before blocking kicks in.

Wishing you an easy and enjoyable time unplugging! 🌱

🔗 Lockchest on the App Store

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This week’s Offline Challenge is to keep your phone out of the bedroom. Last week’s poll revealed that many of us keep our phones nearby at night, which can disrupt sleep quality and make it harder to wind down before bed. While this might seem like a tough habit to break at first, many people find that it quickly becomes easier with just a little effort. This challenge is a great way to encourage better sleep hygiene and create a more restful environment.