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Enjoy
Improved Communication –
Taking time to talk to people without looking at screens or doing other
activities simultaneously is the most conducive to real conversation. You’ll
learn each other's communication styles better and start understanding each
other more. Knowing what the other person means when they talk to you helps all
aspects of the relationship.
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Have
More Fun – Face it. It’s a
lot more fun to be with people when you’re not having to answer your phone or
look at screens. Knowing that the few times you get together will be exclusive
and without distractions makes it that much more exciting.
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Build
Positive Memories – When
you think back to your entire life, you’re not going to give one thought to
want more time with screens or even small worries and concerns. Instead, you’ll
be focused on the memories you’ve built with those closest to you. You can’t
make memories if you aren’t focused on the event or person.
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Discover
More Shared Interests – The
more you communicate with people without distractions, the more you learn who
they are. The more you know who someone is, the more you may discover things
you both like together that will give you even more stuff to do without
distractions. When you have more shared, interest relationship satisfaction
improves.
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Boost
Mutual Passion – Whether
it’s a work project partner or a love interest, the more you know someone, the
more you’ll feel passion for them or the work. Also, the more you’ll look
forward to doing that stuff together because it is so stress-free.
·
Foster
a Sense of Commitment – Human
nature is that when we feel connected to our community and environment, we are
a lot more devoted to them even if we don’t want to do the activity in
question.
·
Feel
Substantially Happier –
Studies show that couples and families who spend more quality time together
without distractions report being much happier and have longer-lasting
relationships than those who don’t.
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Reduce
Stress Exponentially –
Distraction causes stress, and stress causes so many other problems – even
physical illness. If you really want to reduce your stress level, consider
developing a lifestyle that allows you to focus exclusively on each activity
you’re in as you’re in it.
If you want to
improve any relationship you have, try spending quality time with them without
distractions. If it’s at work, find a place to talk without electronics. If
it’s a work meeting, ask everyone to turn off distractions and tell the front
to avoid interruptions for non-emergencies. If it’s your family and friends, make
a concerted effort to spend this time together without an agenda and
distractions, you’ll be so happy you did.
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