Is a smartphone stealing away your life?

Onceaknight (UK)

Unfortunately this has become part of society. Few people these days, no matter where you are, can they be seen walking, standing or sitting with their head held high. Most heads are tilted towards the ground or to what’s in their hand and very often it’s not one phone, but two or three is now the norm.

Most people have become oblivious to what or who is around them, even the dangers. As for me, well I am very proud that I do not possess a phone of any kind and have no intention now or the near future to change that choice, I enjoy my freedom. I have on occasions got them as gifts, however they are always left unopened. I'm not ungrateful or unappreciative, it’s just my way.

Man in urban park with smartphone, Jan.23, 2014. [Photo/IC]

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