
This learning plan addresses one of the most pervasive challenges of the digital age: the cycle of mindless scrolling that steals hours from our lives while leaving us mentally drained and unfulfilled. It's designed for anyone who finds themselves constantly reaching for their phone, struggling to focus on meaningful work, or feeling trapped by social media and news feeds. By combining neuroscience, behavioral psychology, and practical learning strategies, this plan helps you reclaim your attention and redirect it toward genuine growth and skill development.
This plan was crafted by BeFreed’s proprietary AI to help you learn Learn instead of doomscroll with ease. It is curated from in-depth research on the topic and structured around the most effective learning journeys proven by BeFreed users.
Each episode delivers bite-sized, high-impact lessons distilled from world-class sources — bestselling books, research papers, and expert insights. Together, they form a sophisticated yet accessible path to mastering Learn instead of doomscroll.
Understand why your brain is wired to doomscroll and learn science-backed strategies to reclaim your attention from digital addiction.


Master deep work practices and habit formation techniques that replace mindless scrolling with intentional learning and productivity.

Transform your newfound attention into real knowledge with proven learning techniques like active recall, spaced repetition, and accelerated skill acquisition.

Cultivate mindfulness and lasting habits that keep you engaged with learning and present in life, ensuring you never fall back into mindless scrolling.

From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
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"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
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"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
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"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
