Journal Entry #5 (Digital Wellness)

     I found this section to be very truthful. I know that digital technology has forced its way into our world and is now a big part of our culture but I find it surprising how attached to it some people become. Many people in the younger generation would rather lose their firstborn child than their Snapchat streak and I think it is really sad. What has our world become? Some people feel the need to update their Facebook status's so often that they do not even take the time to enjoy their self or take in the scenery around them. They are so focused on the digital world that they are "too busy" to stop and smell the roses. I find this so stupid because you only live once, you will never be in the same moment twice so you should make the most of every second. That post will always be there, you can see it later. That text will still be there in an hour or two and the person who sent it will understand that your phone does not become you and technology does not control your life. (If they do not comprehend this then you should distance yourself from that person anyway.) If you would rather look at your Instagram than life and the great unknown ahead of you that's your choice but I think it is a huge waste!

     The biggest issue for young people when it comes to Digital Wellness is knowing how to limit their use and do other things in life as well. A solution would be to leave your phone home every once in a while or even just turn it off. Even going a day without it every week or a few hours less every day. You have to get out and do things and get some exercise, obesity can be morbid so you may think you are in perfect health but chances, are you are not. Many young people also are under thee impression that things they see online are truly important or matter in the real world, but really- who cares! The less you use digital technologies the better, do not waste your time thinking these things are important.