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10 things that are wasting your time on a daily basis

And resources to help you overcome these time-wasters

Ananya
6 min readSep 11, 2023

In our fast-paced lives, it often feels like the clock is our greatest adversary. We make to-do lists, download productivity apps, and try to manage our schedules with precision. Yet, by the end of the day, we wonder where all that time went.

Here are some of the most common time wasters that are stopping you from utilising your time with things that matter:-

Mindless scrolling

It’s so easy to fall into the internet rabbit hole. This habit can consume hours without us even realizing it.

The addictive nature of social media platforms is no accident. They’re designed to trigger dopamine release, creating a feedback loop that keeps us scrolling.

How do you stop?

Break the cycle by setting specific time limits for social media use. Blockers are your best friend.

For people who are extremely addicted to their laptops, Cold Turkey is the best extension you can use. Once you set a time block, there is NO way you’ll be able to access certain websites (or your whole laptop)

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Ananya
Ananya

Written by Ananya

A student writing about productivity and self improvement!

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