Have you tried this?

In an effort to wean myself away from the addiction to digital devices, I have been trying a few things. Some have worked better than others. This one seems to be effective.

I read somewhere that one part of digital intoxication is the bright colors on the screen that we get attracted to. Who, amongst us has not seen that red small circle light up and immediately felt the urge to go check the new messages?

So, two weeks back, I learnt how to turn my iPhone to black and white. Quickly, I realized that I had a problem. While taking pictures or solving Wordle, I desperately needed color. So, spent some more time to write up two shortcuts (you can see them on the right). Now, literally with a press of an icon, I can make my phone turn black and white or colored.

The results have been more effective than other things I have tried. To be fair, we have to see if this is a long term effect or my brain with all its neuroplasticity will quickly go back to the bad habits.

As of now, with authority, I can tell you that when I glance at a black and white screen, I have zero urge to pick it up. I cannot even read the icons well enough let alone notice there are apparently bright red notification counters!

Have you ever tried this? Did it work for you?

What other tricks have you tried for digital detox?