Video Summary: Techniques to Combat Distractions

Introduction

• Productivity gurus overlook the impact of apps like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube designed to distract.
• Four techniques shared to combat these forms of distraction.

Technique 1: Turn Off Notifications

1. iPhone
   • Open settings app > Notifications.
   • Turn off notifications for apps individually.
   • Use "Focus" mode to block notifications, allowing only specific apps.
2. Android
   • Open settings app > Notifications.
   • Turn off notifications app by app.
   • Use "Do Not Disturb" to block notifications and allow only selected apps.

Technique 2: Turn Phone Grayscale

1. iPhone
   • Settings app > Accessibility > Display & Text Size.
   • Enable "Color Filters" to turn phone gray.
   • Use Shortcuts app to create a toggle button for grayscale.
2. Android
   • Settings app > Accessibility > Vision/Visibility Enhancements.
   • Select "Color Correction" > Grayscale option.
   • Add a shortcut for easy toggle.

Technique 3: Use App Blockers

• App Block:
  • Browser extension to block distracting websites.
  • Can be used to block specific sites or keywords.
• Mobile version:
  • Limited to four hours without payment.

Technique 4: Session Blocking with Freedom

1. Freedom App
   • Sign up and set up device-specific blocking.
   • Blocks lists of websites and apps for a set time.
   • Manage custom block lists and start sessions.

Conclusion

• Implement these strategies to reclaim focus and improve productivity.
• Download necessary apps to start blocking distractions.

Note

• The video is designed to encourage viewers to take action now by downloading apps and applying techniques mentioned.