PremiumRichard SimaWashington Post·28 Aug, 2026 06:00 AM6 mins to readThere are ways to spend time on your phone that may give you more positive experiences than just scrolling. Photo / 123rfThere are ways to spend time on your phone that may give you more positive experiences than just scrolling. Photo / 123rfThere are many approaches to reduce the time you spend on your phone, but another strategy is to change how you use it.Your smartphone can make your life better – if you’re smart about it.

The technology – and the time we spend on it – isn’t inherently good