The average person spends over 2 hours daily on social media, equating to more than 30 days per year. Most users underestimate their consumption by 40%, with 90% checking phones within 15 minutes of waking up.
The new interactive tool, Trapped by the Screen, transforms these stats into financial insights, helping users see the tangible cost of their screen time.
How It Works?
Users input their daily social media usage and hourly wage into a simple dashboard. The calculator then:
- Converts time spent online into monetary value;
- Projects financial implications over 1, 5, and 10 years;
- Suggests alternative ways to invest saved time.
- Simulates potential career growth with reduced screen time;
The platform uses clear visualizations and practical examples to deliver personalized reports, empowering users to make informed decisions about their digital habits.
Who Benefits?
The tool provides actionable insights for various groups:
- Students: Reducing screen time could mean mastering new skills, completing up to 50 extra study sessions, or reading more textbooks annually.
- Professionals: Less scrolling creates opportunities for certifications, online courses, or networking—accelerating career growth and promotions.
- Entrepreneurs: Reclaiming even an hour a day could lead to innovative ideas or critical decisions that drive business success.
- Families: Parents can better understand their household’s digital habits and use saved time for shared activities, like reading dozens of children’s books or enjoying more family outings.
- Personal Growth Seekers: Less screen time can translate into reading 20+ books a year, practicing hobbies, or dedicating hours to fitness goals.
“Many people are unaware of the long-term impact of their scrolling,” says the project initiator. Research shows that excessive social media use costs the global economy $1.3 trillion annually in lost productivity. This tool brings those numbers down to a personal level, promoting conscious choices over complete abstinence.
The platform also features success stories, showing how small changes in digital habits can boost productivity, wellbeing, and financial outcomes.
Try the “Trapped by the Screen” Calculator today to unlock the hidden potential in your daily screen time. Share it with friends to foster meaningful conversations about digital wellness.
