diff --git a/.xinitrc b/.xinitrc
index e329712..5e35cc6 100644
--- a/.xinitrc
+++ b/.xinitrc
@@ -16,7 +16,7 @@ fi
 
 # fire up xautolock in case of inactivity under X
 # the `-corners 000-` flag allows you to disable autolock when cursor is located at bottom right (e.g. when looking video)
-/usr/bin/xautolock -time 2 -locker slock -corners 000-
+/usr/bin/xautolock -time 2 -locker slock -corners 000- &
 
 # set the backgroup
 ~/.fehbg