The Impact of Mobile on Social Life
I’ve been thinking about how hanging out with friends feels different now. Everyone is constantly checking their phones, even during dinners or trips. It’s like we’re physically together but mentally somewhere else. I wonder if it’s just a phase of the mobile-first generation, or if social interactions will never feel the same again. How do people manage to stay present and enjoy company without feeling the urge to check their phones?
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I get that feeling. I used to notice the same thing at gatherings and realized it’s part of how the mobile-first generation interacts. Smartphones are so integrated into social life that even small pauses feel unnatural. I came across an article https://lyncconf.com/the-mobile-first-generation/
that explains the habits and psychological effects of living in a mobile-first world. One thing I tried was putting my phone on silent in a separate bag during meals or walks with friends—it seems small, but conversations became much richer and more connected. Over time, my friends started doing it too, and it created a kind of mini digital detox for everyone.