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Almost everyone lives on their phone. When I worked for the phone company they called it "your baby" because it's always with you, it lets you know when you/it needs something. But how is it messing up your life...this time?
10% of adults have missed once in a lifetime moments due to mindless phone scrolling. You know you've done this. So it shouldn't be a shock to you.
People have missed winning goals, wedding ring exchanges, and birthday candle ceremonies while distracted by their devices. Guilty here as well. But does it mean your life is ruined? Or do you need a change in the way you use your device?
The research study showed 33% worry they're not fully present in their own lives because of mobile phone use. 66% pick up phones without clear reason, besides the fact they're bored.
Sometimes it's nice just to take a minute and put the phone down and actually live life. Do you really need the video of a band you love in concert? Maybe not, how many times have you gone back to watch the video?
Do you really need your phone to tell you what to eat and to keep your schedule? Some do, but there is a time and a place for everything.
Now back to TikTok for me because I'm bored. lol