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This app blocks chosen apps for you for certain periods of time. I have IG, Grindr, and Tik Tok blocked during my working hours so that I don’t impulsively check them. 1000% worth it and now I see my tech addiction.
Jan 30, 2024
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Thanks to my ADHD, I have absolutely 0 self-control about my screen time. Opal helps with that. It blocks them pretty well. To be honest, I still also use the Apple controls AND OneSec as well. In conjunction, I am almost present most of the time.
Aug 14, 2024
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I also desire to be offline, but as a UX designer it’s kind of my job to observe UI trends and functionality with a somewhat regular frequency.
So I use this app, Opal, to block out apps that I select for a duration of my choosing. It’s actually really helpful despite it kind of being expensive. I find that it’s starting to break my muscle memory for opening different social media apps and for sure increasing my audiobook consumption.
It’s isn’t even an ad, it’s a genuine rec because I’m a weak ass zillenial who can’t seem to find the willpower to delete their social media.
RECLAIM YOUR TIME IN ONE WAY OR ANOTHER!
May 5, 2025
If you’re chronically online and managing to get things done, good for you. If you’re chronically online and constantly existing between the digital and physical realms without the ability to disengage and focus on one without the other, then I highly recommend Opal. It basically has three modes of focus, the first one makes it so that you can lock apps with break times, and the other doesn’t allow you to take a break at all and locks them for set hours. The second the apps are locked I have a sense of presence that I didn’t realize I so desperately needed. Pretty sure there’s other apps that do the same and you could get a physical lockbox, but with my job needing MFA I kinda need my phone. I also just want to build a healthier relationship with it and this is a start. My screen time when I started this job has shot up an embarrassing amount and I want my brain space back.
Oct 7, 2024
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I love symbolism !!! Like, yes I wanna read between the lines to some crazy backstory. The Origins mean everything. I want the signs to show themselves to me. I am ready.
Feb 11, 2024
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I work in the fine art industry and I have done many roles - intern, photographer, gallery assistant, digital/photo lab assistant, art handler, registrar, and archivist. I’ve been in this game since I was 15 (s/o FotoFest International) - I am now 28. I’ve seen many types of situations unfold and have met lots of different personality types. You will meet narcissists, artists with insane egos, and some of the nicest, brilliant people. You will also meet nepo babies, people who don’t know what to do, and people who are really about it. Personally, I am an artist who wants to work with artists to help them succeed and archive their work. Tbh for me, I love someone who can have a crazy personality but is also grounded. Right now, I am an archivist at Gladstone Gallery and I am plotting my own art advisory. Seeking surrealists tbh.
Feb 7, 2024
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I had a romantic encounter last night that still has me thinking about it. It was so kind and beautiful and hot. I feel like NYC gay culture is usually very vapid and RAPID. Much love to those who take their time. Your love is pure.
Feb 29, 2024