25 Things To Do This Summer Besides Scrolling
Confession time: I can get sucked into the scroll of the phone or iPad. This summer I want to put a STOP to the scroll. By the end of the day, it’s easy to feel more drained than when you woke up when you spend your time scrolling.
I also have a free printable available when you sign up here. It's a printable Summer BINGO bucket list with 25 simple, screen-free ideas to fill your days instead of your feed. Print it off, tape it to your fridge, or tuck it into your journal. Cross off a square each time you choose real life over the scroll. It's a gentle way to be more present in this beautiful life the Lord has given you.
Here are 25 ideas on how to spend your time this summer instead of scrolling.
Make a bookmark.
I love making seasonal bookmarks and getting crafty. Click here to watch and see how to make DIY bookmarks.
Pick fresh fruit.
Lay on the ground (or hammock) and watch the stars.
Work on a jigsaw puzzle.
Go to the thrift store.
Watch the sunrise and/or sunset.
Bake a cake.
Try a new coffee shop.
Create a junk journal spread.
Have you seen my faith Happy Planner junk journal set up video? Click here to watch and see what my junk journal looks like inside.
Make some tea on the kettle or try making sun tea!
Make journal charms.
If you don’t know how to make journal charms, you can click here to read the blog post with instructions and supplies you’ll need!
Journal & write about your day.
This is especially great to do at the end of the day to wind down. Did you know I have seasonal journals that have 30 prompts to help you get started journaling? Click here to check them all out!
Make a yummy homecooked meal.
Organize an area of your home.
Make a prayer board.
Did you know I have two prayer board videos on the Creative Faith YouTube channel? Here’s the first one where I made the prayer board. Click here to see the second video where I update it a year later. I also have a great resource in my Etsy shop that is a printable prayer board. It comes with everything you need to print and make a prayer board. Click here to check out the prayer board printable.
Plant some flowers and get your hands in the dirt.
Go on a hike.
Go outside and study the Bible.
I am working on launching a new online course called Walking in the Word. Click here to join the waitlist.
Did you know I also have a few summer themed devotion books? These are great resources to help you spend time in the sun with the Son this summer!
Do a puzzle book like a word search puzzle or sudoku puzzle.
Make a list of 10 things you’re thankful for.
Gratitude journaling is SO powerful. Scrolling on Instagram makes me discontent and jealous. The best way to combat discontentment? Being thankful for what the Lord has given you! Click here to get a summer gratitude and prayer journal.
Go on a prayer walk.
Have someone over for a meal.
Listen to music.
Cuddle with a loved one.
Spend time in water: pool, lake, river or the ocean.
You can also look into the Brick device that can be super helpful for blocking you out of certain apps on your phone.
Another trick I love to do is around 8-8:30 pm I put my phone in airplane mode and turn the brightness all the way down and put the phone in another room. I am way less likely to scroll if it is out of sight and not bright! Also, it’s great to not have the blue light from your phone blasting your eyes before bed.
Here’s to spending the summer away from the phone and enjoying the beautiful life the Lord has blessed you with!
