I have been recently thinking of ways people can make small changes in their life to improve it. I always believe that technology is a boon whether in form of mobile or internet or whatever. But my recent confrontation with it is something sort of warning."Happiness is not owning the latest, smartest mobile phone, but is, in fact
, having that phone switched off. The problem with smartphones is that they distract users' attention from the people around them. Not long time back I owned a smartphone. The pleasure of installing new apps and using it is in itself very exciting. Even in class I spend the time discovering something new in my phone instead of enjoying with my friends. I did not even realize the friend sitting next to me who, although was also busy into her smartphone.Technology (specifically Mobile Internet) has brought people so close that even if a friend is thousand miles away we feel the same as if we are next to each other and connected. It is an irony, however, that we don't even care to greet people, next to us or next doors.Switching off your mobile can improve your emotional-health. I found this from my personal experience. Earlier, leaving my phone even for a minute made me anxious. The sound of a beep made me run, leaving all other jobs, making it re-distracted. This affected not just my concentration on work at hand but also making me restless. After a long struggle, I started putting off my mobile for some hours. It was not at all tough. I can only assure that the feeling after it has been more relaxing. People can start coming out of emotional and mental depression.In its fascination with new technology the present generation has got its priority askew-ed Relying heavily on Mobile tools is as risky as losing one's brain. By doing so they think they are demonstrating energy and enthusiasm. They cannot see how pathetic they look, clutching at the umbilical cord that links them to their colleagues/friends. Turning your mobile phones off and enjoying being with your friend(s) is much better for you than constantly checking for your phone and texts/mails.Until you sever your links with the people you are in touch with 24/7, you don't realize quite how stressful those links are..
