My Bond with My Phone
English publication · interface translated · Source language: Turkish
Digital life is a big part of my daily life right now. I usually use my phone to talk to my friends, check social media, do research and sometimes just to pass the time. I think technology makes life easier, but I notice that when I use it too much, it affects me negatively.
A while ago I realised I was spending far too much time on my phone, especially at night. I would pick it up meaning to look for just a few minutes, but I never noticed how the time slipped away. Because of this I was waking up more tired in the mornings and struggling to focus on the things I needed to do.
When I noticed this, I tried to cut down a little on my phone use. I turned off notifications and started doing other things in my free time. It was hard at first, because I had the habit of constantly checking my phone. But over time I found that reading a book, going for a walk or simply taking time for myself made me feel better.
What I learned
I don't think the digital world is entirely bad. On the contrary, it helps me in many ways and makes it easier to connect with people. What matters is knowing how much we use it.
What I changed
This experience taught me that I need to build a slightly more balanced relationship with technology. I still overuse it sometimes, but now I notice it and try to change it.
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