Living in the 21st century surely has its pros and cons. Within the last 10 years, it has skyrocketed and affected many children and adults in the way we live life. Here are 10 ways we have been affected.

1. Kids are no longer playing outside with their friends. They are sitting inside on their tablets playing games.

2. When going out to a restaurant people don’t even realize but we are so absorbed in our phones and don’t enjoy the time with a person.

3. Texting and driving is now a big concern and has caused thousands of accidents.

4. We are missing so many opportunities.

You may have walked past the love of your life or even a great opportunity but you are too busy on that phone sending that text.

5. Our communication skills with people aren't nearly as good as our grandparents.

6. Not being able to understand someone’s tone through a text or email.

7. Computers and robots are taking people's jobs.

8. Our lack of knowledge. We now have internet access almost all the time and don't retain as much information as we can.

9. Identity Theft.

10. Meeting the wrong people.