How to curb internet Addiction

How to curb internet addiction.

I grew up not knowing anything about the internet. Everything back then was in black and white. It was fun. It was adventurous. Life was in the outdoor, newspapers, radios and national news.  As a teenager, it was exciting walking down to the post office to send letters. There was always an ecstatic reception to the replies. No mobile phones to disrupt lessons. No Facebook. The sociable ones had pen pals and it was an experience to behold.  It is hard to imagine living and achieving full potentials without the internet and its abundance, but, we did.

Internet addiction has become a global problem. As the use of internet spread across the globe so is the imminent danger of its wrath.  There is nothing more reassuring than finding the antidote of internet addiction after accepting the defeat and coming to the realisation of its addiction. (more…)

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Are you addicted to the internet?

I am not sure if I could be called an internet junkie, but, every morning after my spiritual rituals, I turn to the internet for help with my daily routines.70% of my shopping are done online, I chat on WhatsApp and video call as well. My phone has become my personal assistant and with the help of the internet I check my emails, reply emails, have business meetings and keep track of my children’s progress with touches on the buttons of my phone.

I have apps that help with everything and I sometimes get bored if I have no internet on my phone. I recently started an online workshop where I meet with people on Skype and we exchange views. I have grown to like the use of the internet, the benefits are enormous and I ask myself every day ” Am I addicted to the internet?”.

I, however, can still do without my phone or laptop. I sometimes leave my phone uncharged or at home when going for a walk. People that are close to me complain about me not picking my calls. I have a love-hate relationship with my phone and I’m not willing to work on this love affair.

According to The Guardian, March 23, 2008,”Internet addiction is now a serious public health that should be officially recognised as a clinical disorder. New evidence shows that heavy users suffer from isolation, fatigue and withdrawal symptoms”. (more…)

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