I have now been without a phone for nearly two months.
In this ever moving society without being able to instantly connect
with people, you end up feeling disconnected. I admit I’m a victim of the world
wide system, where being online is the norm. Yet, thanks to my amazing ginger friend,
Geriso and sister Elle, letting me borrow their phones, I have been able to
connect with people though social media (though not as much as I normally would
do).
‘Disconnected’, is one of my favourite songs by a certain Aussi
band, discussing the idea that you can get lot in a world full of celebs, hashtags
#, trends etc. and being able to escape from that is so pleasing (it’s actually
a little cheesier than that, as they are referring to a girl being able to transfix
you away from all the nonsense of the online world- blah blah *eyeroll*). However,
there are some moments where you want to be connected with people INSTANTLY.
It’s granted, I do not need a phone 24/7. I have been able
to focus on my work more and get a rest from myself in a way. I am not constantly
scrolling through social media and I don’t need to worry about my phone being
nicked or damaged. It has been very interesting to see how people have reacted
to me not having a phone. Loads of people have expressed how oddly un-phased I
am about the ordeal. I am happy that I have been able to really talk with
people now that I do not have a phone. I simply feel that in social gatherings,
people don’t need to be constantly on their phones – they need to be engaging
in conversations with each other. That is one thing I will never be able to get
over. You get together with people… to go on your phones…? I’ve been able to
sit back (looking a little lonely) and just watch how important these little
devises really are to people.
Personally, I love it when someone is able to talk to me,
make me laugh and not even think about having to contact anyone else. Thinking
about it, the idea of being disconnected is pleasant but is it plausible? There
are so many good and bad things about having technology and being able to
connect with others. I have made so many online friends, sharing stories and
real bonds with each other. My passion for film making and writing, was really heightened
when I first got heavily involved in online activities.
In conclusion, despite the want to be able to switch off
from the world, it is simply impossible. People need to be able to contact
other in cries for help, campaigning, work and general living. On the other
hand, I do believe that a six-year-old should not have a better phone than me.
We need to teach this generation how to utilise the new technology but be
sociable in REAL LIFE.
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