Living mindfully with mobile phones .
I have been using a mobile phone since 2010, so this device has now become a common and normal part of my life. Mobile phones are no longer a luxury, but an integral part of daily life. But even in the midst of this necessity, a question often comes to mind—can I live without a phone?
Many people say that it is difficult to live without a phone for even an hour. Some people keep their phones next to them even when they are sleeping, so as not to lose connection in any way! However, I myself know that although the phone is a very useful companion for me, I am not completely immobile without it. I have to do a lot of work through my mobile. Viewing or sending official mail, WhatsApp meetings, file sharing—all these are done from the mobile. But I use my mobile wisely. I do not sit with my mobile phone all day. One of my habits is to check my mobile phone every hour for official work.
In my free time, I sometimes play games on my mobile phone, sometimes listen to music, sometimes watch videos. However, all of these are limited. Because I know that real relationships are much more valuable than the virtual world. When I spend time with family or friends, I put my mobile aside even if I want to. I want to enjoy those moments to the fullest, talk eye to eye, laugh, and tell stories—where there is no need for my mobile. These times are very important to me. The phone is still there, but on silent.
I use my mobile before going to bed too, but it depends on my mood. Sometimes I listen to some music, sometimes I read something, and sometimes I don't touch my phone at all. Because it is not my habit to use my mobile while sleeping, rather I try to calm my mind and go to bed. Then the question arises—can I stay without my mobile for an hour, two hours, or more? Yes, I can. Not only during sleep, but I can stay away from my mobile at various times of the day. Because I understand when I need my mobile and when I don't.
However, one thing cannot be denied, these days, mobile has made us much more dependent. It has made our communication easier, but at the same time it has put a lot of pressure on our patience, attention and relationships. Whenever a small notification comes, our mind rushes to the phone, and when we don't see it, we feel restless. This is also a kind of mental stress.
This dependence is sometimes worrying. Mobile addiction is now seen even among children. There is an increasing tendency among adults to spend time on virtual content rather than real relationships. Mobiles are consuming a lot of our time, which we are losing without realizing it. However, I believe that if we want, we can all stay away from our phones for a while. It can be while sleeping, spending time with family, or finding some peaceful time for ourselves. If we can use mobile phones as needed, then it will be a blessing for us, otherwise it can easily become a curse.
I myself try to maintain a balance. I use mobile phones when necessary, but when unnecessary, I try to keep it aside and stay connected to real life. I believe that the use of technology is successful only when it does not control us—we control it. Let mobile phones be our companions, not time-wasters.
Your reflection is spot-on and necessary. I also believe balance is the key: using the phone as a tool, not as a crutch.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful words! I'm truly glad that the message of balance resonated with you. Indeed, when we treat our phone as a helpful tool rather than something we depend on mindlessly, we create space for real moments, real conversations, and real peace. Here's to being mindful in a digital world and learning together as we go
Yes, some people can't stay with their phones, if they do, they feel like fainting. Which is not proper. I know it has become an integral part of our lives and we space or hours for our hands and phones to rest.
You're absolutely right — it’s truly concerning how dependent some people have become on their phones, to the point that even a short break feels uncomfortable. That’s why it’s so important to consciously give both our minds and hands the rest they deserve. I appreciate your reflection — together, raising awareness like this can encourage healthier digital habits.
Maintaining a balance between the use of our phones and other relations with people is very important and most people do not have this balance. It leads to phone addiction and this is very disturbing
Absolutely! You’ve highlighted a very important point — when we lose balance, our phones start replacing the real connections in our lives. It’s a subtle shift, but over time, it deeply affects our mental and emotional well-being. Thank you for sharing your insight. The more we talk about it, the more mindful we all become. Let’s keep reminding each other to stay present.