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Delete Social Apps

“Delete Social Apps” is a short 5-minute practice from Zayenha Practice in the Professional domain. Delete Instagram, TikTok, Twitter from phone — use only via browser. Its goal: Add deliberate friction preventing reflex opens. You can read its goal and first step for free; the full practice with every step and the interactive part comes with Plus.

Delete Instagram, TikTok, Twitter from phone — use only via browser.

5 min Intermediate

Goal

Add deliberate friction preventing reflex opens.

Steps

1

Delete apps.

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Expected Outcome

Immediate

80% less use.

Evidence base

School: Digital Minimalism

Founders: Cal Newport (2019)

Newport.

Frequently asked questions

How long does "Delete Social Apps" take?

This exercise takes about 5 minutes, practiced solo in a Behavioral format.

When will I notice the effect of "Delete Social Apps"?

80% less use. In the short term: More free time.

Is "Delete Social Apps" evidence-based?

Yes — it draws on Digital Minimalism (Cal Newport (2019)). Newport.

Is "Delete Social Apps" suitable for beginners?

Its difficulty level is: Intermediate. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the platform.

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