For most people, their weekend days are just Saturday and Sunday because they work 7-9, Monday-Friday jobs. These days are the only days left for them to engage in fun hobbies and leisure activities.
If you fall among this category of people, it is important to make use of these days to the fullest.
The idea of taking a break from work on these days is to unwind, relax, and engage in leisure activities, which may include going to the cinema, having a get-together with friends and family , more like bonding with them, resting, and engaging in other activities that will help relieve the stress of workdays.
However, that narrative has changed since the inception of mobile devices, especially the mobile phone. Many individuals have become so addicted to their mobile devices to the point of tagging themselves introverts. You might suggest going to the park or beach with a friend, only for them to say they don't enjoy hanging out. Just take away the phone and internet connection, and see how much of an extrovert the person is
The mobile phone has made many people not to make good use of the little time they have to rest and unwind. For example, many persons now prefer to be on their phones either playing games, chatting online, or watching movies rather than hanging out. It has always been a case of being busy but doing nothing relevant, having less or no time for social activities, thereby causing social isolation.
Additionally, many families have become divided due to a lack of communication. Parents have no time for their family due to the fact they go out early in the morning and return very late at night. The so-called family time has turned into screen time. Instead of families sitting together to have some discussions and bonding, every person prefers to spend hours on their phones.
Despite all this, the idea of a "no-device day" can still work. How?
In place of spending every little time on technological gadgets, individuals can plan to keep away their devices for a day during the weekend and engage in recreational activities such as visiting landmarks, hanging out with friends and family. This will enable individuals to connect and have deep conversations other than online. Many times, the result has been people finding out that there is more to talk about, and many people realize how much withdrawn they have become from close people.
Trying out new hobbies such as reading books, going to the gym, and exploring nature is a great way to spend our leisure time also. In fact, there are many fun activities to enjoy during our leisure period; sadly, our gadgets have made us blind to explore those activities.
The idea of a "gadget-free day" is to reduce stress, improve well-being, or reconnect with the real world. Taking a break from devices allows for more meaningful face-to-face interactions, encourages stronger social connections, and develops deeper relationships.
Additionally, individuals get to discover their other interests and also have a well-deserved rest after some stressful workdays. Who doesn't like the idea of a well-deserved rest? Absolutely no one. Sometimes people need to practice the art of keeping mobile devices away – just bathe, eat good food, relax, and hang out with others. This will refresh your mind and enhance your brain cells and most importantly, you'll be happy you did.
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