Get back to what matters
Real life happens in the real world with real people.
While there are many ways our devices can help us remain connected, the truth is we spend way too much of our lives on them. It’s time to change that.
Did you know?
71% of people spend more time with their phone than their romantic partner.
Source: SellCell
Turn off notifications.
Stop living your life at a device’s beck and call. People survived for thousands of years without being instantly reachable by anyone around the world at any given moment of the day.
Designate screen-free zones.
Choose at least one room in the house where phones and other electronic devices are simply not allowed. Invite real, honest-to-goodness, face-to-face conversation in this room.
Have a day unplugged.
You can start small with one day of the month. The night before this day, put away all electronic devices and don’t touch them until the day after your day unplugged.
Practice curiosity.
Often we check our devices because we’re bored. Instead of defaulting to a screen, get interested in the world around you. Look around and find something you haven’t noticed before. Try to learn all you can about it by looking, touching, smelling, and otherwise using your senses.
PARENTS
Our recommendations for families wanting to get screen time under control
While technology has many benefits, excessive screen time can have significant consequences for children’s physical, emotional, and social development.
Furthermore, technology provides an illusion of connectivity while actually taking away from critical family bonding moments and reducing parental guidance.
If you’re finding your family is spending more time on screens than on conversation, it’s time to make a change.
NEW PARENTS
Our screen use recommendations for new parents
Congratulations! Your family is growing. There are few things more beautiful than the early stages of a new life.
If you’ve looked around, you’ve probably seen many infants and toddlers with expensive electronic devices absorbed in “learning” activities while out with their families. Don’t let the illusion fool you.
