Ditch the phone puppetry, dance to your own beat!

Have you ever noticed or felt your phone dictating your moves ?

In this age of constant connection, many of us have become caught in the

autopilot mode of smartphone use, a phenomena that is sometimes overlooked

yet has a significant influence on our everyday lives.

Our habit of continuously checking our phones, browsing through material, and

being on the lookout for notifications has become instinctual. This behaviour is

similar to a habit acquired through rewards which is that our phones occasionally

provide us with social encouragement, latest information, or engaging content,

strengthening the habit. Constant phone usage impairs our capacity to be totally

present in the moment, putting us on autopilot and feeding smartphone

addiction.

This constant distraction impairs our capacity to concentrate in social

situations and at work, which may be detrimental to our mental health. Being

disengaged from our environment can also cause stress and lower life

satisfaction.

If we want to retake control over our technology habits, we must include methods

of mindfulness. Establishing phone-free zones, setting purposeful screen time

restrictions, and engaging in digital detox periods can break the autopilot mode

and promote a more attentive engagement with our gadgets.

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