How to Balance Screen Time and Study Time: 7 Smart Hacks for Sri Lankan Students
Introduction With smartphones, TikTok, and YouTube dominating free time, Sri Lankan students often struggle to focus on exams like A/L or O/L. But screens aren’t the enemy—the key is balance. In this post, we’ll share 7 realistic strategies to help you study smarter, reduce distractions, and still enjoy your favorite apps guilt-free. Plus, grab a free "Screen Time Tracker" template designed for Sri Lankan schedules!" 1. Use the ’20-20-20 Rule’ for Eye Health After 20 minutes of screen time (e.g., online tuition), look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Why? Sri Lanka’s frequent power cuts mean students often study on phones during outages—protect your eyes! 2. Block ‘Distraction Zones’ with App Limits Use Focus Mode (Android) or Screen Time (iOS) to block Instagram/YouTube during study hours. Local Hack: Set app limits to align with Sri Lanka’s electricity schedules (e.g., block TikTok during 6 PM–9 PM power cuts). 3. Turn Tuition Videos into Podcasts Convert rec...