Why is it so hard to go without our phones?

Thinking back maybe 10 years ago I did not even have a phone. Flash forward to today, where my life completely runs around having a smartphone near at all times. I hate admitting it to, but without my phone I get anxious and feel disconnected. I feel like there are things going on and I am missing out. Older adults always claim us millennials are ‘too attached’ and ‘couldn’t live without our phones’ and they are unfortunately right; however, I believe people near my age have subconsciously fallen victim to the technology industry.

1 change or update won’t hurt.

That is how it all starts. Simply synching your school or work email account seems like nothing major until you find yourself checking emails at midnight. Now think about how many aspects of your life require technology. For me I truly cannot think of one that does not require technology. Whether it be school related, sorority related, or friend and family based. I rely on technology to accomplish everyday activities. I hate admitting it, but I solely rely on my phone for almost every aspect of my life.

Sadly, there is nothing we can do about it.

The strides the technology industry have made are truly outstanding. And because of the technology we have today there is no way we could ever live without it. Technology advances will only continue to grow and play a larger and more vital role in our day-to-day lives. Although phones and technology devices play a major role in our lives, there are ways to spend some time separated from your device. Meals are a perfect example of time to put down the device and spend some time with friends, family, and loved ones. I promise it will not kill you to your phone down for an hour or two and spend some time with the people sitting next to you.

While phones and new technology are fantastic, there is such a thing as too much. Everyone still needs to spend quality time with others face-to-face because that is when memories aremade.