mindful how to practice phoning
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Use your phone to be present,not absent.
Cell phones have changed our world and our health. Smart phones have revolutionized our efficiency and access to information, but at what cost to our health? The average adult spends four hours & 37 minutes on their phone daily.* This chronic use causes physical injuries from phone-related accidents, as well as neck, back, hand, wrist, and eye pain, and even possible radiation exposure from prolonged phone use. Cell phones may also encourage sedentary behaviors, further eroding physical health.
Overexposure to light disrupts circadian rhythms, causing sleep problems. Cell phone use, especially at night, restricts the brain’s production of melatonin, making it harder to fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up. Poor sleep can lead to heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and more.
*www.Time.com
Cell phone use impacts our mental health. Reliance on cell phones can cause loss of focus, mood changes, and other negative outcomes. This can impact our ability to communicate, to form meaningful relationships, and to develop social skills. The competitive nature of social media, in particular, can lead to depression, anxiety, and even thoughts of self-harm.
This self-care guide is a tool for reviewing your cell phone use and increasing its positive impacts on your health. Let’s start mindful phoning!
“Be moderate in order to taste the joys of life in abundance.” ~Epicurus
Be well, Allison
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