We live in a digital world that has rapidly evolved to rely on technology for particular interactions, problem solving and directions in our day. I do not see technology as a problem rather a tool to utilise, customise or disregard to our liking.
Aspects in my day I only gain personal fulfilment from without the presence of technology are eating, sleeping, hydrating, meditation, interactions with friends and pets, low-intensity and moderate fitness, reading, camping and journaling. There are many more I believe we could all name. Technology has undoubtedly changed and impacted on our lives; however, it is a choice. In order to reduce my screen time I activated the digital wellbeing application on my phone and downloaded a laptop screen timer. I was able to enable time limit restrictions for apps and to disable web browser use from ‘lights out’. I had already worn glasses with a blue light filter though turned on blue light filter and night light or dark mode on my phone and laptop for early morning and night time hours. My eyes were less strained, and I became aware of the time I was spending on a device as the screen visible darkened with an orange hue overcasting the screen.
Verbally sharing experiences remain important despite the accessibility to visually shared experiences via social media.
In society often we are encouraged to use screens more often and that it is a primary resource. We lived without phones, laptops, computers, digital watches and fitness trackers before and engaged in a world quite differently to the way we do now. We ought to be aware of our connection to technology and be content with putting it away for some time, taking a break, not using the screen, leaving it at home, turning it off or even deleting a few apps.
We are challenged to choose which aspects of life we value and recognise the beautiful creation without digitalising it. Verbally sharing experiences remain important despite the accessibility to visually shared experiences via social media. It builds community, extends our knowledge and connects us with people around us. Although technology has made innovative and sustainable solutions it is an invention we can switch off whenever we choose.
Written By Juliette Pierre
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