Does your cell phone control you? 3 ways how to escape!

Isn't it interesting how North America has become so dependant on constant  communication?

Whether it be through mobile,  Internet, or phone,  people within our society,  especially generation Y, have this fear of loneliness that prevents them from communicating in the moment and being in the present time. 

When's the last time you went outside without your phone?  Or even went to dinner without bringing it out at some point? 

This constant urge to reach in our pockets and literally connect with the world is incredible yet scary at the same time. 

Even as I write this from my mobile phone I am surrounded by 50-60 people on a bus in absolute silence.  Why?? Because we all have cell phones and are afraid to talk??? It just makes me want to stand up and scream "is anyone awake? ".

I don't understand it, yes I too have fallen a victim to the  constant global communication, but its as if we've forgotten to use our vocal chords and live this other life behind technology.  We all can be the person we want to be online meanwhile its nothing like your real personality face to face.  The communication barriers are overwhelming online and anything can be preceived.

That's a whole other topic, but I want to give you 3 ways that will help you resist that constant itch to talk to someone through technology and live in the moment and talk face to face.

1. Turn your notifications off on your cell phone.  Don't give in to your cell phone and constantly checking it in awkward situations or in silence.  This way you can check your messages when you need on your time not being controlled by your phone.

2. Turn off your sync emails button.  This will maximize your productivity because you will focus on what's important and not check emails all day.  If it's am email it's NOT urgent.  They would call if that were the case. Check emails only at night and you can even respond when everyone will be home to receive them.

3. At least once in a while,  feel the freedom of leaving your phone at home.  It's a great feeling.  You start seeing the world in a whole new light.  It's like you've been set free.  You start to appreciate nature and the world and people around you more.  Try it!

Live your life,  be aware of your technoology habits and how they not only affect your life, but the people around you.

Stop settling.  Start living.

Ps, would love to hear your comments, and your technology stories....