BRAIN ROT || how to defeat screen time addiction, stop scrolling, & fix your attention span

For a lot of people, screen time is an addiction—so what can we do about it? I’m honestly really terrified of my own phone consumption because scrolling mindlessly is such a difficult habit to break. Making this list of 28 ways to reduce brain rot, decrease screen time, and find more productive ways to spend time was inspiring for myself, too, so I hope that it helps you out, and that you’re able to use your phone less in 2025!!

timestamps ☀️
0:00 introduction
0:36 what is brain rot?
1:56 how to know if you have brain rot
3:16 how to stop scrolling
6:14 fixing your attention span
8:24 digital detoxing
9:02 mindful use of technology
9:41 the problem with AI & ChatGPT
10:40 refresh your perspective

about me 🌷
I’m Makayla! I’m twenty-two years old and a first-year law student at Boston University Law interested in international environmental law. I recently completed a degree at the University of Chicago, and I also like to read and cook in my free time. I grew up in Maine and studying has always been one of my favorite pastimes, so that’s why you’ll find a whole bunch of university vlogs, study motivation, book recommendations, and academic tips on my channel. You’re in good company if you’re into these things, so subscribe for more productivity content!

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Just a few sources I found interesting/helpful if you want to check them out:

Stats on reading:
https://www.arts.gov/stories/blog/202...

https://news.gallup.com/poll/388541/a...

AI environmental impact:
https://news.mit.edu/2025/explained-g...

Phone usage:
https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/behavi...