What is it about our technology that is so addictive? As much as I hate
to admit it, I am hooked on the digital world myself but no where as
close as the younger generation of today. But, I live alone and it keeps me
company. I think if my husband were still alive, I would be paying more
attention to him and revert to my computer only when he would be watching sports
in the other room or something.
I think we are all in digital overload. Do we need to
detox from cyberspace? We all relate to technology habits and paying more
attention to the Smart Phones then to people. We do have to limit time with
technology.
Just walk into any restaurant and look around. I can
understand the people that are sitting alone in a booth for lunch with their
laptop, smart phone or Kindle but when you are sitting with another
person..........no one talks to each other anymore!
Watching the News tonight, I was glad to see that a new
Smart Phone will automatically shut off when a person is driving over 25 miles
per hour and the phone will not allow texting in the car! Cool. That is a step
in the right direction for safety. I think the phone was a Discover Smart Phone
which has more features than the IPhone and the Android and cost only $49.00. I personally think they should shut off texting while in the car period!
Detox packages are nothing new. For decades, hotels and vacation
retreats have enticed guests to "Relax," often with the help of a specialized
diet plan and fitness regimens (with a massage thrown in for good measure).
These days, the concept is being pushed to help us disconnect from technology.
Digital detox is now one of the biggest trends to hit the hospitality industry
in the coming year.
I do remember a few years back, my children took me to Vermont for a Mother's Day weekend at the Von Trapp Family Lodge which was amazing. It was where they filmed "The Sound of Music". The first thing my son said was NO TV, NO PHONES. He wanted us all to just concentrate on ourselves and enjoy each other for a weekend. It was wonderful. I do admit, when I woke up, I had the habit of turning the TV on to listen to the News and immediately my son walked by and turned the TV off.
I do remember a few years back, my children took me to Vermont for a Mother's Day weekend at the Von Trapp Family Lodge which was amazing. It was where they filmed "The Sound of Music". The first thing my son said was NO TV, NO PHONES. He wanted us all to just concentrate on ourselves and enjoy each other for a weekend. It was wonderful. I do admit, when I woke up, I had the habit of turning the TV on to listen to the News and immediately my son walked by and turned the TV off.
I do believe we have to stay in touch with each other but not glued to technology. Go out and play and have fun!
My computer helps me through the lonely nights but even I know my limits with cypberspace. I even set my oven timer to remind me to get off the computer! And, then I go for a walk or a swim in the pool. Sorry guys, I know the word "swim" gave you a twinge for my family and friends enduring the frigid temps up north.
