In this technology driven age we have a tendency to focus more on our phones than the individuals we’re with. Don’t be on your phone when you’re with someone. Live in the moment. 

When we hear or feel a vibration we immediately check our phone. We’re incredibly reactive in that way. Be more proactive. Focus on not answering your phone every time it makes a noise. 

Focus on the conversation your having. Actually listen to what the other person is saying. Genuinely care. You don’t have to answer your messages immediately. Set up a specific time in the day when you check messages. 

Whenever you have a meeting with someone in person, turn your phone off. Give them your full attention. It’s important to step away from your virtual world for a minute. Worry about the other person during the meeting, that’s it. 

No distractions. No phones. No computers or tablets. Just two people having a productive conversation. Let the other person know your intentions before hand. It will help everyone be on the same page. It will make your meetings more efficient and effective. 

If you’re getting lunch with someone or even going on a walk avoid bringing your phone. It’s good to get away. It’s healthy to have actually human connection and a real focus towards the other person. It will make your relationships stronger and your conversations will become deeper. 

Step away from the online world and live in the real world. You’ll greatly appreciate every conversation. 

“Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” -Eckhart Tolle