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EPISODE · Feb 18, 2026 · 20 MIN

#106 // 5 things to do instead of scrolling (that actually work for tired moms)

from KNIT YOUR STRESS AWAY | Knitting for beginners, Knitting for stress relief, Phone boundaries, Doomscrolling solutions, Self-care for moms, Mindful hobbies, Calm nervous system

You know you should put your phone down. You know scrolling makes you feel worse. But what are you supposed to DO instead? In this episode, I’m giving you five practical alternatives to scrolling that you can try tonight -  real solutions for when you’re tired and your brain defaults to doomscrolling. These aren’t complicated routines or perfect evening rituals. They’re simple 15-minute swaps that actually work. Because here’s the thing: you can’t just STOP scrolling. Your brain needs something else to do. So let’s give it better options. What You’ll Learn:   Why your brain craves scrolling (and why willpower alone won’t work) Five specific alternatives you can try tonight in 15 minutes or less How to make the swap without feeling deprived or overwhelmed A simple experiment to see how different activities make you feel The #1 mistake people make when trying to reduce screen time Links Mentioned: Free Guide: “Swap Scrolling for Stitching” Instagram: @theknittingmamas_ Episode #105: The Science of Why Knitting Calms Your Nervous System Subscribe & Review: If this episode resonated with you, subscribe to Knit Your Stress Away so you never miss an episode. New episodes drop every Wednesday. And if you’re loving the podcast, I’d be so grateful if you’d leave a review. It helps other stressed moms find this show and gives them permission to put down their phones and pick up their needles.

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