Bad Advice For Your Marriage: Technology

Another distraction that most of us have to deal with is technology. It is a big issue for me. A lot of my work is accomplished through my computer and my phone. I love being able to connect with people all around the world through technology. It has opened up all kinds of opportunities. My problem is that it is too easy to connect. I can pull my phone out of my pocket and instantly connect. I can sit down at my computer and be in touch with someone on the other side of the world in seconds. What I have to remember is that the person who is most important to me is in the next room. I have to put down the phone and walk away from the computer and connect with her. I have taken some practical steps to lessen my temptation to become distracted by technology. Most days I cut myself off from technology at the end of my work day. I try to be “unplugged” one day a week. If my wife calls or meets with me, I want her to know she is my priority, and I do what I can to communicate that to her. These steps have helped me. What will you do? Today’s Challenge: Purposely avoid some of the distractions of technology today and give that extra time to your loved ones. Going Deeper: 1. What are the ways that technology affects your life every day? 2. How much time on an average day do you spend “connected” through technology? 3. When does technology distract you from your spouse? 4. What does “unplugged” mean to you? 5. What is one step you can take today to show your spouse that they are more important to you than “technology?”