Screen Hygiene

Digital Boundaries

July 28, 2025

Reduce melatonin suppression and cognitive arousal by controlling screens, notifications, and evening content.

One-Hour Digital Curfew

  • Set device downtime 60 minutes pre-bed; allow emergency contacts only.
  • Move chargers outside bedroom; if needed, place phone in a drawer to reduce light exposure.

Light & Content Filters

  • Enable warm color temperature after sunset; pair with room lighting from Environment.
  • Avoid stimulating content (news, work chat); switch to paper books or guided relaxation.

Morning Digital Discipline

  • No doomscrolling in bed; pair wake time with light exposure per Sleep Schedule.
  • Batch notifications; keep mornings for movement (Movement) and breakfast timing (Nutrition).

Device-Free Bedroom Blueprint

  • Charge phones outside the bedroom or in a closed drawer on Do Not Disturb.
  • Use a sunrise clock or analog alarm across the room.
  • Keep a paper book for wind-down per Wind-Down Routine.

Morning Screen Discipline

Avoid email and social feeds for the first 30 minutes after waking. Prioritize outdoor light, water, and movement -- screens after breakfast.