# I Wish Someone Had Told Me Adults Have the Worst Phone Habits

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Podcast: [The Paula Faris Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-paula-faris-show-6618781)
Published: 2026-05-12T07:10:00+00:00
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## Resource

We tell our kids to get off their phones…But, um, if we’re honest, we’re often the worst offenders. 🤭 So how do we actually build healthy, sustainable phone habits that work in real life? In part two of my I Wish Someone Had Told Me series, I’m back with psychotherapist Niro Feliciano, and we’re not just naming the problem—we’re talking about how to fix it. We talk about: Why adults actually have the worst phone habits The surprising stat about Gen Z that might give you hope Why more time online can leave us feeling more disconnected The “slow living” movement and simple ways to start Practical, doable habits you can implement right away If you’ve ever picked up your phone for one thing… and lost 30 minutes, you’re not alone. The goal isn’t to ditch your phone, it’s to finally feel in control of it! Let’s Talk About It. Listen in to learn more: [0:00:41] Adults Have Worse Phone Habits Than Their Kids [0:02:20] Gen Z Leads the Way in Cutting Screen Time [0:04:14] Mornings Without Phones Improve Mood and Productivity [0:09:58] Dopamine, Addiction, and Doing Media Fasts [0:12:02] Grayscale, App Moves, and Notification Detox [0:19:12] Enjoying Life More When the Phone Isn’t Visible [0:20:43] Embracing Slow Living and Intentional Offline Moments SUMMARY: In this episode, we are diving into how to create healthier phone habits through phone-free moments, analog activities, and slow living, practical tips for setting better boundaries with screen time, and why life feels more balanced and fulfilling when your phone is put away. LINKS Connect with Paula on Instagram Get Paula's personal newsletter Niro Felicano THE CARRY™ ALL NEWSLETTER by and for working moms Paula’s Favorite Protein Powder 15% off YOUTUBE Connect with Paula on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paulafaris/?…

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