Put your phone in do not disturb mode forever

My phone has been this way for at least 2 years. probably closer to 4.

It's mostly fantastic. Highly recommended. The sky does not fall.

Did nothing to curb the addition, however. I still check incessantly. Just unprompted.

Also, turn your read receipts on. It's a form of honesty that helps people form a realistic picture of what's going on with you (that sometimes you can see something, but don't have the time/energy/care to reply). I find this casual boundary to be healthy. It also pressures you to be more courteous to people where it counts (you can ignore this person, but they'll know. act accordingly)

Am I the only person who just denies notifications from every app? The only time my phone buzzes or bings or lights up is for texts, calls and voicemail. And I'm still considering following this advice!

Mine is always in do not disturb.

The only thing that makes noise is if someone calls me.

I also don't use any "social" media really. I spend 10 mins here on HN every morning and night though.

Done this, also unfollowed every friend on Facebook. Never went back.

It's a bit peculiar that an author who pimps dnd mode chooses a design with an animated line moving in your visual field.

I do this too, only clients (but they learn), mom and girlfriend are sometimes mildly annoyed :)