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Thursday, January 20, 2011

Pull the Plug

If your phone or computer is like your best friend – you may need to digitally detox...

It’s pretty easy to get a quick fix – electronically. Now experts say a lot of our favorite gadgets have the same addictive quality and pitfalls as drugs or alcohol – and we may need to detox. Moms, dads, kids, even grandparents are getting hooked. When that device, reader, game or social site is getting more attention than the people in your life – it’s probably time to pull the plug.

Technical cold turkey can be tough – but if you’re trying to cut back the first step is setting boundaries and redefining some habits. Start with designated times at home for checking and surfing. It also helps to have a designated space for being plugged in – and leave the gadgets there and out of other rooms.

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