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Relationship Advice

114: Is Your Partner In Love With Their Phone?

Sep 27, 2017
In this engaging discussion, Nancy Colier, a psychotherapist and mindfulness teacher, shares insights on how smartphones can sabotage relationships. She reveals that our brains react to phone use similarly to cocaine addiction, highlighting the importance of tech awareness. Nancy offers practical tips for setting phone-free zones and nurturing connections, emphasizing the value of quality time over screen time. Listeners learn how to navigate serious conversations about technology's role in their relationships, ultimately promoting deeper intimacy amidst a digital world.
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  • Excessive smartphone use can erode meaningful connections, highlighting the importance of consciously managing technology in relationships.
  • Establishing tech-free zones and agreements fosters deeper emotional awareness and facilitates more profound conversations between partners.

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The Impact of Technology on Relationships

Technology, particularly smartphones, has significantly altered how people relate to themselves and others. Many individuals now struggle to be present in their daily experiences, often prioritizing online validation over genuine interpersonal connections. This constant comparison and dependency on external feedback create emotional isolation, leading to superficial interactions rather than meaningful relationships. The pressure to document every moment for social media reduces the value of experiencing life authentically, emphasizing the need to manage technology use consciously.

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