How connected are you to the Internet?
I chose the Post a Day question “Could you live without the internet for a week? For a month?” as today’s blog topic. It’s common to see those who seemingly live on the Internet and social media take a break from it and then blog, tweet or just plain write about how great it was to disengage from the hustle and bustle of the Internet. They praise the break as much needed or eye-opening.
How did we get to the point where being connected to the Internet has become so important? Personally, I check my email, Facebook, Twitter, and blogs pretty much daily unless I’m very busy and away from home. However, cell phones have increased my connectivity so even being away from home isn’t a limit anymore.
So if we are so connected, how do we disengage? Ryan Barton, on the blog Escape Velocity, advises physical changes to break the connection. My personal guideline is not to be on my phone when with others. Enjoy the companionship around you.
How do you feel when you are disconnected?
March 10th, 2011 at 12:43 am
Nicole — thanks for giving my post a shout-out — I appreciate the kind words!