According to a study by the International Data Corporation, eighty percent of respondents admitted to using their phone within the first 15 minutes after waking up.
It may seem harmless, but research by KPMG pointed out that this habit can affect a person’s overall mood throughout the day. “For many, the flood of information, especially negative news or comparisons to others, can contribute to feelings of stress or anxiety. This can create a negative mindset that lingers throughout the day.”
This can, in turn, lead to a drop in productivity, as the time spent on the phone could have been used for studying or working. Additionally, excessive use of social media can affect mental health, as the “perfect life” showcased on Instagram is far from reality, yet inevitably generates comparisons.
This morning routine can also be affected by this habit, according to the research. “If scrolling is the first thing you do, it can delay important morning activities such as exercising, meditating, or even having a nutritious breakfast, which could set a more productive tone for the day.”
To improve this situation, experts recommend limiting your screen scrolling time to 10-15 minutes, so you can focus only on what’s important, like catching up on the news. Additionally, schedule scrolling breaks throughout the day so you can check your social media in moderate amounts.
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