Turned off app icons, turned down the noise

I used to check my phone every time it buzzed, probably 40 times a day. Last week I switched my home screen to a plain text list and turned off all badges. Now I only open apps on purpose, like when I sit down to read at the coffee shop on 5th. Has anyone else tried hiding icons entirely, or is that too extreme for you?

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carter.hugo1mo ago

Honestly, that plain text list idea sounds kind of freeing, I might try it this weekend. Tbh I get so damn annoyed at myself for how often I reach for the phone without even thinking.

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matthewgonzalez1mo ago

Kept a small notebook and pen on my desk. Two weeks in and I only grab my phone when it actually buzzes now.

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