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Zen Commuter


Oct 29, 2014

The cell phone, aka smartphone, has become an indispensable tool most of us carry with us each day.  At what point though does that tool become a crutch?  Some people know that point while most others stay tethered to their phone unaware that a world exists around them.

Like any tool though, your cellular can be used to make your life better.  I will talk about five of those ways in today's episode.

 

Inspiration Quote

" The cell phone has become an adult's transitional object, replacing the toddler's teddy bear for comfort and a sense of belonging" - Margaret Heffernan

 

Topics Covered in this Episode

  • The number of hours the Average student spends on their phone
  • Five Ways to utilize your phone to be more productive
  • Five Apps to help you become more productive
  • Three ways to use your phone to create community
  • Why people are addicted to their phones

Journal Question

Are you addicted to using your smartphone?

 

The Action of the Day:

Spend two hours today with your smartphone POWERED OFF.

Resources:

Cell Phone Study

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