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Each one is an interruption, and over the course of a day, they continuously nudge you to pick up your phone. So, get rid of them. On an iPhone, go to Settings > Notifications, select an app, and ...

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Is your scrolling still a habit, or is it beginning to control your day? That uneasy question is where many people start. A quick check of notifications turns into a lost hour. Bedtime slips. Work or ...

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at RIT chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus. This year, with all of the chaos, it’s hard not to end my busy days with a ...