225. Seven Tips for Dealing with Technology in Your Relationships

<p>Whether you call it technoference, phubbing, or just plain annoying, dealing with technology in our relationships can be challenging. From over 50 years of research, we know that the quality of our social connections is the number one predictor of our happiness. We also know from the research that email, social media, online gaming, and texting are poor substitutes for those crucial in-person interactions that help us feel secure and happy. Since smartphones, social media, and other technology are pervasive and universal, how do we find the balance? Today I'm sharing all the things you need to know about how technologies are impacting your relationships and my top seven tips for finding balance and connection instead.<br /> <br /> Full blog and show notes: <a href= "https://abbymedcalf.com/seven-tips-for-dealing-with-technology-in-your-relationships" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/seven-tips-for-dealing-with-technology-in-your-relationships</a><br /> <br /> Grab my FREE Mindfulness Starter Kit: <a href= "https://abbymedcalf.com/product/mindfulness-starter-kit/" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/product/mindfulness-starter-kit/</a><br /> <br /> Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a Thing: <a href="https://abbymedcalf.com/book" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/book</a><br /> <br /> ____________________________</p> <p>Looking for past episodes of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast? Head over to <a href="https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast</a>, where you’ll find every single episode.<br /> <br /> Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). <a href= "https://abbymedcalf.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://abbymedcalf.com/</a><br /> <