Do you ever take a moment for yourself and just step away from the online world?

I do. And I do it often.

For most of us, our lives revolve around our electronic devices. Mobile devices make it too easy for us to always be connected and online, and in many ways, it’s hurting us.
88% of U.S. consumers use mobile as second screen while watching TV.

50% of women would rather lose their engagement ring than lose their phone.

Have you ever thought you heard your phone ring or that you felt it vibrate even though it didn’t? This has happened to me and to many others. 67% of cell owners find themselves checking their phone for messages, alerts, or calls — even when they don’t notice their phone ringing or vibrating.

My business is an online business. That means everything I do is on the internet. I am always amazed at the number of people I see at networking events who cannot go a couple hours without using their phone, or when

I’m in a meeting with a client, but they are too busy on their phone to give me their full attention. Internet Addiction is real and many people suffer from it.

Can you relate to this video? I know I can at times.

I work online every day of the week and 2-3 times a week I unplug even if it is just for a few hours. I feel more rested and more creative when I do that. I do have notifications everywhere so if clients need my attention, I am available. Of course, my social media and my client’s social media is always pre-planned and well taken care of.