Rec | WORKING WITH YOUR HANDS

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Rec'd on 📱 ways to actually cut down on screen time/social media time

i use apps (the Opal app) to help cut down screen time, which somewhat works, but I find that crafting helps me the most. I learned to crochet in the past year and it's amazing to do in front of the TV, where normally I'd sit and move my eyes between 2 different screens. I also take it on planes, trains, etc., anywhere where I could scroll endlessly while waiting. Also is nice to craft before bed while perhaps listening to music or a podcast. The world is your oyster! Other crafts you can do: knitting, embroidery, needlepoint, drawing, painting, handbuilding

@evie

Oct 29, 2024

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