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I remember when I liked someone in middle school and would anxiously wait by my home phone in the kitchen to see if they would call. Nobody is having that experience today, that’s for sure! Technology is ever-present in our lives and in our relationship, sometimes to our benefit and sometimes not. I’ve caught the eyeroll from my partner (who doesn’t have Instagram!) when I sit on the couch and endlessly scroll. I also love receiving random texts from him during the day because just knowing he’s thinking of me feels like a hug.
Here’s some relationship tech tips to keep things fresh and balanced together:
-Pop Up. Random thought pops into your head about your partner? See an article you think they’d enjoy? Even if you’re sitting together, it can be fun/funny to text them!
-Calendar Invites. Have a date this weekend? Travel plans next month? Send a calendar invite with a funny meme attached.
-Digital Detox. Schedule some phoneless time together, whatever works for you. Maybe phones go away at every dinner, and maybe it’s a full-day once a month. Talk about what will work for your relationship and put it into practice.
-Hands-On Dates. Make a date night one where you can’t possibly use your phone – cooking, painting, or fitness classes just to name a few ideas! By the way, Seven Circles is the perfect phone-free date night!
-Accountability Buddies. Are you having a moment where you think you’ve been on your phone too much? Say something to your partner. They can help you recalibrate and may consider their own phone usage at the same time. Your partner can be a great accountability partner.
-Snoop-Free Relationship. We all may get curious and feel the urge to check our partner’s phone,but the trust and respect that we should have in our relationship should supersedethat. Respect their phone privacy and expect the same back.
Author: Jordyn Scorpio is the Director of Community Education. According to her weekly phone report, her screen time averages 2.5-3 hours a day.
