Guides

Doomscrolling advice that lives in the real world.

Practical notes on blocking distracting apps, using iPhone Screen Time well, and adding enough friction that endless feeds stop opening by reflex.

Habit guide

How to stop opening TikTok on autopilot

You do not have to swear off short-form video forever. Start by making the app work harder before it gets to swallow another loose moment.

Updated June 28, 2026 - 5 min read
iPhone setup

How to block distracting apps on iPhone without going full lockdown

A practical way to keep access when you need it while making doomscrolling harder to stumble into.

Updated June 28, 2026 - 6 min read
Comparison

Screen Time vs app blockers: what actually helps?

Apple's built-in Screen Time tools are useful, but sometimes you need a blocker that makes autopilot do annoying work.

Updated June 28, 2026 - 7 min read

Make doomscrolling apps ask for x.

Download Blob and choose which apps should demand hard math before they open.

Download Blob on the App Store