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Sep 13, 2021

Introducing one sec 2.0

I’m very happy to announce, that today, one sec 2.0 has launched! What’s new in one sec 2.0? Most importantly, this update adds a second Shortcut that can be automated on app closing. This helps to measure the actual time spent on apps and allows for intentional app-switching without additional intervention (e.g. quickly checking link in Safari, then return to Instagram). I’ve also created a new tutorial explaining how to set up the new Shortcut.
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Apr 25, 2021

10 Hacks to Fight Social Media Distractions

Over the years, I have collected phone habits that can help to reduce screen time and to establish healthier phone habits. You might ask yourself, why is high screen time, especially on social media bad? There are many reasons, I just want to scratch the tip of the ice berg here: Social media apps sell your attention to advertising companies. They need your attention that‘s why they do everything to make you spend time in the app.
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Dec 15, 2020

Why Boredom is Good For You

When you’re bored your brain wants to be busy. But nothing is happening. So what’s the cheapest solution for that? Opening social media and scrolling. Small dopamine hits immediately make your brain happy. But this is just short term. As soon as you close the app, you’re back where you started. Should you just open the app again? No! It‘s time to reflect on that! Boredom is good! It helps you to sort your thoughts, reflect on yourself, and maybe even come up with new ideas.
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Oct 15, 2020

How ‘one sec’ lowers your screen-time effectively & long-term

My new app “one sec” helps you to lower your screen-time in a new unique & innovative way using Shortcut Automations. Small breathing exercises force you to reflect on your habits while they occur. Why can yet another app solve app-addiction? “one sec” is not just another app that was built to spent (a lot of!) time in it. It is quite the oposite. One sec is designed so you spent as little time possible within the app.