Implementing the Phone Foyer Method

Implementing the Phone Foyer Method

Recommended Frequency:

Every day

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Set Up Phone Charging Station

Set Up Phone Charging Station

8:00 PM
30m

Create a dedicated charging station for your phone in a central location of your home, away from where you typically spend time.

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Establish Phone-Free Zones

Establish Phone-Free Zones

9:00 PM
30m

Designate certain areas of your home as phone-free zones to encourage more quiet brain time and face-to-face interaction.

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Practice Phone Retrieval

Practice Phone Retrieval

10:00 PM
60m

Intentionally practice going to your phone's designated location when you need to use it, rather than carrying it with you.

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What You'll Get
  • 💪
    Reduced Phone Dependency
    Having a dedicated charging station makes it easier to spend time away from your phone.
  • 💪
    Improved Home Environment
    A central charging station helps keep your living spaces free from electronic clutter.
  • 💪
    Enhanced Presence
    Phone-free zones encourage more mindful and present interactions with others and your environment.
  • 💪
    Improved Sleep
    Keeping phones out of the bedroom can lead to better sleep quality and duration.
  • 💪
    Increased Intentionality
    By practicing deliberate phone retrieval, you become more conscious of your phone usage habits.
  • 💪
    Reduced Mindless Usage
    The extra effort required to retrieve your phone discourages unnecessary or habitual checking.
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