undivided attention

Wherever I go, my phone goes with me.

This has been my habit probably ever since I received a phone. And it's crazy how attached some people (including myself) are to their phones..

Today, I was planning to meet a couple of friends in downtown LA after spending some time with my Mom. When I left the house with my mom, I accidentally left my phone at home.. And because of time, I wasn't able to go home before I was with my friends. So basically, I was out the whole day without my phone. Sounds silly, but this doesn't really happen that often. 

It was definitely weird not having a phone, but surprisingly relieving and refreshing. I had no temptations to check my phone for notifications or take out my phone to look up information. During the entire time, I gave my friends my undivided attention (or more attention than usual). It was kind of awesome. There were many times when I would reach into my bag to look for my phone and realize that it wasn't there.. It surprised me how many times I would try to look for my phone and also how quickly I attempted to find my phone. 

Reflecting back on today, I think I should spend more time away from my phone and actually spending it with friends and family, giving them my undivided attention.

bye bye until next time ^