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Scenario

When strict screen time rules create binge-restrict cycles

I banned screens during the week but weekends become these intense binge sessions and I'm wondering if that's actually worse than consistent daily limits.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Rigid boundaries may be creating the very behaviors they were designed to prevent.

Your guide for this
Laozi
Laozi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Screen time guidelines — what research says?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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