One activity I do regularly that I genuinely think¹ is a waste of time is mindlessly scrolling through short videos on my phone. I usually do this late at night², especially after I have finished my homework or when I am lying in bed and trying to relax. At first, I only intend to watch one or two clips. The videos are often funny, surprising, or related to topics I am interested in, so it is very easy to keep swiping. Before I know it³, half an hour, or sometimes even more than an hour, has disappeared. I think I do it mainly because it requires no effort⁴. After a busy day, watching short videos gives me instant entertainment and helps me temporarily forget about stress⁵. However, I still consider it a waste of time because I rarely gain anything meaningful from it. Most of the content is quickly forgotten, and it does not help me learn a skill, build relationships, or properly rest. In fact, it often makes me stay up later than planned, which affects my sleep and concentration the next day. I am not saying that all online videos are useless, since some can be educational or inspiring. But the habit of endlessly scrolling without a clear purpose⁶ is unproductive. I would rather use that time to read a few pages of a book, go for a walk, or simply get an earlier night.