Though the first few days of a technology ban came with opportunities to become creative I felt as though I was getting alot accomplished. I cleaned my bedroom, went to visit my mom at home (about a 40 minute drive without a radio), and then helped my mom make cheerleading bows (FOUR HOURS.) Even though there were a few times my phone rang and I had to take the call (for work and sorority bid day) I took advantage of sleeping in because my phone was shut off. I do not miss waking up to a text message or phone call from someone and it has definitely provided me with better sleep.
At first I thought I would turn my phone off completely and ignor television and computers for a while, but then I realized, doing just that would make it seem like I dropped off the face of the Earth. I leave my phone on, but on silent. I do not take my phone to class or my laptop, a huge adjustment, but a huge benefit for not getting destracted.
I have learned so far that I pay attention to other things around me. Such as... walking on campus... there is no possibility of running into someone because I'm not paying attention and texting. Or, who knew there was a rock in the quad that says "Shippensburg State University." I NEVER PAYED ATTENTION. And that is a lesson that I am glad I have learned so far.
3 days to go. Lets see if the phone will stop ringing.
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