As tech burnout and social media fatigue rise among teens, a new survey reveals that young people are not only aware of the problem but are ready to take action. In an effort to encourage his peers to take control of their screen time, Garner Hall, creator of Brain Nourishment and a teen entrepreneur from Washington, announces the launch of his new mobile app, JourneyKeep. The app is available now to download on the App Store for iOS devices and on Google Play for Android devices. JourneyKeep’s launch coincides with World Mental Health Day coming up on October 10, reminding people of the importance of prioritizing their mental wellbeing and emphasizing JourneyKeep’s mission of supporting healthier digital habits in an always-connected world.
Hall is driving one of Instagram’s most unexpected digital wellness movements by meeting his peers where they are on social media. In a new survey of Brain Nourishment followers, Hall found a deep desire from his peers to build healthier screen habits. The survey echoes the recent data from a July Pew Research Center survey that showed almost half (48%) of teens say social media have a mostly negative effect on people their age, and 45% of teens said they spend too much time on social media.
Brain Nourishment’s recent survey also reflected these sentiments.
92.7% admit they spend longer on their phones than intended
76.6% say their screen time increases during the summer
58.3% say social media makes it harder to concentrate on books and movies
59.7% say social media has made them connect less with others in person
51.7% use their phones to avoid eye contact in social situations
When asked if they feel better after they spend time on social media, 71.4% of respondents disagreed.
It’s clear - teens know social media addiction is a problem, and they’re ready for change. To help turn intention with action, JourneyKeep offers a single, daily “sidequest” to every user worldwide. The quests are simple, real-world activities that encourage users to engage in the world around them – ranging from an adventurous prompt like “Be a tourist in your own city,” to something more reflective and home-based like “Watch the sunrise or sunset without distractions.” The goal of the app is to provide a simple, daily anchor that helps those seeking to replace doomscrolling with real experiences. While the initial app experience is built for solo users, Hall envisions future releases to incorporate a social component that will allow friends to share their journeys with one another and create a supportive community. JourneyKeep also includes an in-app paid upgrade option that will allow users to track their sidequests more in depth with features such as uploading quest videos, permitting larger file size capacity, allowing five media uploads per sidequest, and more.
“I’m excited to take Brain Nourishment to this next level and provide a fun, interactive tool to my peers to develop better, healthier relationships with technology,” said Garner. “As a teenager, I know it can be hard to break the habit of endless doomscrolling, but it’s possible! I built JourneyKeep to give us something real to do instead. I’m excited to see how JourneyKeep can help change our habits.”
Brain Nourishment has become more than just an Instagram feed. It’s a movement and now, a mobile app. With school back in session and the younger generation searching for ways to overcome digital distractions, Garner is determined to provide the tools they need to combat screen addiction, one “sidequest" at a time.
ABOUT BRAIN NOURISHMENT
Created by teen entrepreneur, Garner Hall, Brain Nourishment is a fast-growing media company delivering daily, actionable motivation to sharpen focus, boost well-being, and combat digital overload. In just over one year, it has grown into a thriving Instagram community of over 2.4 million followers, quickly establishing itself as a leading voice in the digital wellness movement—especially among Gen Z users seeking healthier, more intentional relationships with technology.
To learn more about Brain Nourishment, check out their Instagram @brain.nourishmentt, or visit www.brainnourishment.io.
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