Scrolling endlessly, losing track of time, feeling like my phone is running my life—sound familiar?

Over the past few months, I realised that my digital habits were quietly chipping away at my creativity, focus, and even my rest. It was so bad, I would spend hours bouncing between Instagram, TikTok and X when I could have read ahead of my lectures and prepared batch content. Something had to change, so, I decided it was time for a reset.

What I’m Changing

1. Phone-Free Mornings – I start my day without checking notifications. Instead, I journal, read, or enjoy a quiet cup of tea. It’s amazing how much clearer my mind feels before the day really begins.
2. Scheduled Social Media Breaks – Rather than scrolling mindlessly, I have decided to deactivate all of my personal social media pages. All. Of. Them. As for the The Bibi Edit pages, I set dedicated times to check apps. It keeps me present and gives me space to focus on writing, studying, or just being offline.
3. Weekly Digital Detox – Even a few hours away from screens feels like a breath of fresh air. I use this time to go for a walk, read, or simply reflect.
4. Curated Feed & Notifications – I’ve unfollowed accounts that drain my energy and silenced unnecessary notifications. Now, my phone inspires me rather than stresses me.

Why Does It Matter?

Rebuilding digital habits isn’t about perfection; it’s about balance. Small changes can create space for creativity, better focus, and calmer, more intentional days.

How It’s Going So Far

When I started this digital reset in September, I’ll admit it felt like losing a part of myself. Dramatic, I know, but I suddenly had all this free time on my hands! I had no choice but to actually focus on the things that I had neglected. Now, almost two months in, I have not only caught up with my studies, but I have written up notes ahead of time. I batch create my posts and I’ve noticed that I’m more focused when reading. Taking a break from socials has definitely done me a world of good!

Your Turn!

What digital habit are you trying to rebuild this month? I’d love to hear what’s working for you—or what challenges you’ve faced along the way.

See you in the next one!

Bibi x