Productivity & Digital Wellbeing Why Your Messaging App Feels Overwhelming (And How to Simplify It) December 12, 2025 by Sophie Messaging is supposed to feel like a cozy kitchen-table conversation: quick hellos, a photo of the grandkids, a simple plan for the weekend. But many messaging apps now feel more like a busy bulletin board—loud, crowded, and constantly asking for your attention. If you’ve ever opened a chat app and felt instantly tired, you’re not […] Read more » ad-free apps chat app privacy and security digital minimalism messaging apps notification management