Curious if anyone has experimented with using a gesture to manage screen time. I came across a tool that requires you to perform a hand movement to unlock apps or websites you might habitually open. You can set it up to block certain sites or apps until you complete a set number of gestures, and it gives you a minute or two of access before locking it down again. I'm wondering how effective this is at curbing unwanted scrolling. Does adding a physical action really help break the loop? Anyone want to share their experiences or thoughts?
Sounds like a pretty neat way to be more mindful of screen time! I've tried something similar but with an app that sets a puzzle challenge to access blocked sites. It definitely makes you pause before mindlessly scrolling. Have you noticed any particular gestures that are more effective in catching your attention? Curious to hear more about how it's working for others.
Found the gesture-based app blockers quite fun to use, especially as a unique way to manage screen time. There's one called 67: app blocker that I’ve been trying, where you have to repeat a hand gesture to access stuff like Instagram or YouTube for a few minutes. It has helped me stay mindful about my usage and pause before diving into my usual apps. Definitely recommend checking it out for a fresh approach.
