@Ellehcim
Phone Addiction vs. Productivity **02/25/2022** I handled some stuff outside the virtual world, and it made me miss a day writing here. And I am still thankful for seeing another milestone happen before my eyes.
Thank you so much for the 300 subs! I know I should have achieved this earlier, but my one month inactivity did not allow that to happen. As I previously shared, I understand the decrease in engagement and the slow down of milestones because of the hiatus, but what's important is I am back, and will do better to regain what was lost, and look forward to new things. I remember spending the weekend not doing anything productive, AT ALL. I started the day at almost 9 am, and instead of getting up, I got caught up in my phone, watching various clips on Youtube and Facebook, letting myself be trapped in the rabbit hole of videos that I know, will never end. I just had to really get out of my room to have my breakfast, and yet, after that, I did rest again. Having breakfast must have tired me back then. Anyway, back to business again, and when I say business, I meant, phone. Phone all day. Watching series, switching across my social media accounts, and other unproductive stuff I did I am obviously not proud of. Now, why am I telling all of this? It's because I know we're thinking the same thing of what it looks like when the day ends. Yes, I regret it. I did not notice the time, and those 24 hours seemed to fast, because I was just prisoned in something not really worth it. During the day, I could have done other things, such as cleaning the house, organizing my cabinet, my files, and reading books, among others. There are lots of things waiting to be done, and my time with phone prevents that. I know it's not the fault of the phone, but mine. It's my fault to let myself be tempted by the range of stuff this little device can offer, in just one sitting. It's somehow scary to know how everything seems to be reached by us due to our phones. Information being the most prominent. Talking to our faraway loved ones is also one of them. Knowing what's happening in the other side of the world, seeing the things we can't see in person, discovering unusual activities, and even witnessing shocking events. That's just almost one fourth of it. Our phones can bring us into many dimensions of its own world, and it depends on how we make use of it. Sadly, other people make use of the phone in a negative way. I feel for those young ones who get exposed to pornography because of the irresponsibility of the adults. Others get addicted to mobile games, which makes their studies suffer. Some people are tempted into online dating which endangers the relationships they have in real life. And to make things worse, some online dating meet ups turn to unfortunate crimes faced by the poor victims. Can you still remember other things that is caused by addiction to phones, and internet in general? Ultimately, no one is in control but us. Ourselves. You. No one else. Having shared some part of me above, I admit that I am also somehow considered as someone addicted to my phone. These days, it's the source of my happiness, because it allows me to do the things that spark joy in me, such as watching Korean Dramas and movies, reaching out to my favorite artists, connecting with my trusted virtual friends, and even blogging like this. Fortunately, I am not like others who exposed myself to porn materials, or dangerous dating sites. I can say I am using my phone for good things, and the only bad side of it, is that I use it quite extensively. I admit that I make use of my phone for hours without end, and it's not a healthy habit. Anyone out there, who's like me? I have read somewhere that what we do in the present eventually becomes our past. So, we should make us of the today, so we would have no regrets on what becomes our memories to look back to. If we start to do things right, we will surely benefit in the ling run. I personally use a "To-Do" list so I could avoid mismanagement of priorities. I am a type pf person who's easily distracted, especially when it's a chill day. That's why I make sure to list down the important things so I could do them before I enjoy my chill time. That way, I will be proud of myself when the day comes, because I know I did not waste the time for useless stuff. If you can suggest other tips as to how to make proper use of our time, you are very free to comment below. It will help those that can read it, and it would definitely help me, too. Now, what are your plans after reading this? I, for sure, would find other things I should do. I am not guilty of being a cellphone addict anymore. LOL. Okay, so here are my thoughts from looking back at my previous unproductive weekends. I hope you had something new to learn or ponder on from this random blog. Thank you for coming by, and I hope you enjoy it.
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46 comments
I can relate to that, I'm already an adult and soon to graduate on my degree, and yet I couldn't help but always has these characters be irresponsible and just laid all day reading stories on phone. A reason why I always pray each day to God to give me His guidance to make me productive every day.
Same here. I guess I ain't alone in this struggle. 😅
Your not haha sis madami tayo haha
Slr sis, pero makakaya natin labanan ang pagkaadik sa phone, oki! Fighting! 😭😂
I also got addicted before on my phone via playing online games specifically mobile legends but everything had changed when I met read.cash. I put my attention in reading articles rather than watching nonsense videos but sometimes if I have free time I entertain myself via watching videos on Facebook and listening to music. It's true that phone nowadays are very important but we must control ourselves in using those gadgets cause it might lead to addiction.
So true! You know, read.cash also helped me change my habits, and really decreased my exposure to stuff not worth my time. :)
The use of smart phones has become a polemic against many people, the negative and positive side it has had an impact on people's lives. but actually giving a long time to be on the screen is to make yourself lazy to do activities because you are addicted to seeing things but this is still meaningful compared to surfing the screen by viewing adult content with negative assumptions. The correct use of cell phones can lead a person to be creative because being able to accept ideas to be applied in life is a positive and increase productivity to do things that are found. the general conclusion is that using a cell phone should be wise.
Longer exposure to phones and devices can also tire the eyes, so we should manage use of it as much as possible. Thanks for your insights!
Ganyan ako Elle noon. Yung nakaabang lang ako sa mga bagay na nagpapasaya sa akin. Scrolling social medias, nood ng Korean dramas, listen music tas minsan gagala then one day na realize ko sobra na din yung time ko sa sarili ko. Yung sobra na yung treat ko sa sarili ko. Regrets at the end then realized to start again about sa mga bagay na makakatulong to have a better future.
Oh diba.. Tama yan! Parehas tayo ng mga realizations. 👌❤️
Hehe oo elleh. Sa huli naka realized din.
Ganyan rin ako katamad ate. Pero minsan ate tinatamadn ng pagod ganon kaya nagcecellphoone lang bung maghapon. Same tayo ate pero napakaexpose ko talaga. Lahat ng kailangan kong gawin nasa cp like modules or kaya grinds tulad nito hahaha
Ay sabagay.. Kaya depende nalang talaga sa pano natin ayusin yung time sa paggamit, ano?
Yipee, happy 300 subs, Elle!
Aww.. Thank you, BreadChamp!
Befor I was also addicted in phone just for watching videos. But from when I am using read. cash its give me the way how can I make my day productive. Thank you for sharing this mam.
No worries. I am also thankful for your visit. :)
Happy 300 subs sis. I feel you. We all have lazy days but we must not let it consume us.
I agree. Thanks for coming by!
Phone addiction ruins relationship between parents and children. Some of them lost their respect even to elder ones. Like for instance, students nowadays are fully addicted by this social media that we have. They are disobedient even in answering their modules
Oh, modules, modules.. This is also a dangerous side of it, being stubborn..
Sana magawq ko rn yan yung walang gagawin tlga.. Kht magplay ng phone..haha.
Iba ka na talaga.. Sipag! Ikaw naman yung nangangailangan talga ng me time!
I have that moment sometimes in which I kept telling myself I will be sleeping early. Yet I totally forget once I am already holding my phone😂
Omo! So relateable! 😂
I am obviously addicted to sa phone hehe, I don't have a To-Do list. I love rushing thou haha, that's is the more exciting part, rushed to finished mas nagigising gising ulo ko haha.
Hahaha! Masaya pag cramming kasi mabilis nagagawa tapos natatapos pero need ko pa din To Do kasi nakakalimutan ko. 😂
I was addicted before due to Wattpad
Oh, I remember the old days. 😅
I just can't expressed my feelings right now. I'm totally addicted into phone. You've mentioned some significant points but still i can't get out from this dark world
That's true.. Addiction is so hard to fight. But it's possible. :)
Nakakarelate ako sa watching short video clips, drama tas may anime pa. Pero before kasi na gawin ko yan, I make it sure din muna na tapos na lahat I mean nakapag basa na ako ng mga kahit 10 articlr. Nakapa reply and comment. Nakapag post sa noise tapos after that, pwd na ulit mag tamad tamaran 🥳
Wow, iba ka naman pala talaga. Syempre ganyan din ako.. Minsan. Hahaha!
Hahahaha at least meron pa rin sa minsan hahahaha
I use my phone mostly for calls and listening to music. My other transactions are mostly done via tablet and pc. This saves me from excessive phone addiction, but the result does not change. I have a device addiction instead of just a phone.
I hope we'll overcome this little addiction gradually yet successfully. 🤗
I have this same problem too, so much so my friends are beginning to tell me I spend all my time on my phone and none with them
Oh, that may be a sign for you to try to manage your time between phone and your friends. 👌
That's true. If we know how useful the virtual world is and we use it to our advantage, then it's easy to be addicted. Doing it on the phone is convenient. However, it's going to be useless if we abuse ourselves doing so. It's wise to have balance in everything :)
Nice input! Thanks for visiting! :)
Did you know that in psychology a person who is addicted to the smart phone is given the term "nomophobia"... people who spend all their time immersed in their cell phone are nomophobic... so you could be one of them... hahaha... I enjoyed reading your content. Thanks for sharing your thoughts
I think I already heard or read this word from somewhere, and you just reminded me of it again. Hehe, thanks for this!
Phones are helpful in many ways but also addicting to those who can't get away with it :)
Yes, especially with all tempting stuff waiting to be opened.. 😶
I already uninstalled all the games that are I'm addicted to my phone ..that's why I'm not that focus in it now..unless I will write here in readcash..
That's a nice decision! I also recently uninstalled some useless apps in my old phone. 👌