Destructive distractions are all around us. Today, seems like everyone’s got Smartphones and social media. They’re handy for quick chats and finding stuff fast. But oddly enough, they can actually get in the way of real connections, especially in families.

Even though tech has made talking easier, it’s also brought some big problems. The acronym S.M.A.R.T. means ‘Self-monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technologies’ So they are great for spying on everywhere.

In other words, smartphones are tracking devices, great for alphabet organisations and agencies wanting to learn more about you. And the crazy thing is, people are voluntarily handing over private and personal information, in complete ignorance.

Destructive distractions can mess up how families stick together and how they feel about each other. Smartphones are tempting because they’re always buzzing with things to do. You can spend hours scrolling through social media or playing games without even realizing it.

But this can lead to a problem called “phubbing.” Phubbing is the act of ignoring someone in favour of the phone. Like, checking messages during dinner instead of talking. This can really mess up how families get along.

Social media is another big distraction. People getting caught up in YouTwitFace. It’s full of perfect-looking photos and videos that make people feel like they’re missing out. Parents might feel pressure to make their family seem perfect online, even if things aren’t great.

There’s also the FOMO (fear of missing out with kids feeling bad about themselves because they think everyone else’s life is better.

Destructive Distractions and Family Time

Destructive distractions mess up family time. Traditions like family dinners, game nights, or outdoor adventures losing out to individuals more preoccupied with their devices. Instead of enjoying each other’s company, everyone’s off in their own little world

So we miss fostering meaningful connections and shared experiences. And over time, this can strain relationships and diminish the sense of belonging and intimacy within the family unit.

Using Smartphones too much isn’t just bad for family feelings. It can also mess with how everyone feels mentally and emotionally. Too much screen time can mess up sleep, make people anxious, or even feel sad.

Kids are especially at risk because their brains are still growing, and they get hooked on Smartphones more easily. And all the stuff online can overload the brain, making it hard to focus or talk with family.

So, what can families do about all these destructive distractions?

You can see how it’s important to find a balance between tech time and family time.

According to DWM, most (English-Speaking) people on planet Earth achieve little more than a second-grade reading/writing level.

Instead of being sucked into the world of smartphones, families would benefit in many aspects of their lives, by studying and learning Correct-Sentence-Structure-Communication-Parse-Syntax-Grammar (C.-S.-S.-C.-P.-S.-G.)

“Have the knowledge and power to have all your words, especially in contracts or any legal documentation, inarguably correct!” — DWM