With social networks, notifications and the many apps that capture our attention, we can find ourselves spending a lot of time on our phones without realizing it. 

The findings are alarming: on average, the French consult their phones 221 times a day, and spend a total of 5h07 in front of screens, excluding work activities, to the detriment of social and sporting activities. 

It's important to find a balance to preserve our mental and physical well-being. Here are a few tips to help you gradually reduce your use: 

• Set time targets: some devices offer screen time limits. 

• Deactivate notifications: Notifications tempt us to use our phones all the time. Deactivate them to avoid temptation. 

• Activate 'do not disturb' mode: when you need to concentrate on a specific task, you can also activate 'do not disturb' mode to cut out distractions. 

• Replace screen time with activities you enjoy: think of something you like to do (reading, sport, walking, meditation) and make time for it in your day. 

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