I was recently discussing with my friend how we are each trying to decrease our reliance on our smartphone. In a previous conversation I shared how buying a wristwatch was helpful for me so that I don't have to check my phone every time I want to know the time. Because when I do check … Continue reading Smart Ways to Bypass Your Smartphone
Month: May 2019
Playing it Smart with My Smartphone
I was recently relaying to my husband how I don't always like taking my phone with me when I go outside since having my phone nearby takes me out of the present moment. He agreed but also pointed out that if I removed some of the apps on my phone, then I wouldn't see my … Continue reading Playing it Smart with My Smartphone
As Computers Become Like Humans, Humans Become Like Robots
We are advancing in how to make computers mimic humans, such as a camera imitating a human eye or smart speakers that respond to our requests. While at the same time, humans are becoming more robotic—doing things by rote, on autopilot. Instead of living mindfully and marveling at the wonders of the human eye and … Continue reading As Computers Become Like Humans, Humans Become Like Robots
Living in the Moment in the Digital Age
I recently had a picnic outside with my daughter. I didn't bring my phone because I wanted to live in the moment and be fully present with my little munchkin. But then I felt bad when I couldn't take a picture to capture how sweet our venture outdoors was. I have felt this guilt many … Continue reading Living in the Moment in the Digital Age
Regretting the Break from Bedtime Routine
I had enjoyed a break from the bedtime routine, as mentioned in my previous post about our road trip. But that changed when we returned home. My daughter was so miserable in trying to fall asleep the first night back, that I quickly changed my tune with regard to how I felt about taking a … Continue reading Regretting the Break from Bedtime Routine
Break from Bedtime Routine
Going on a recent road trip, I enjoyed a break from the monotony of the routine. In particularly with respect to bedtime ritual. The bedtime routine was especially modified those nights we stayed in a motel. While a routine may give the guise of looking simple, it is anything but. It takes a lot of … Continue reading Break from Bedtime Routine
The Blessing of Children
For 8 years I lived as a single young professional in Manhattan. Each and every day, usually more than once, I wondered when I would get my turn to fall in love and start a family. After almost a decade of dating ups and downs, I got married at the age of 30. I was … Continue reading The Blessing of Children
Mother’s Day 2019
Last year was my first Mother's Day, but this year feels like a first in many ways. Last year my daughter was five months old. This year she is 17 months—she has grown and developed so much! And I believe I have too!... I have learned to keep up with her: Taking her for walks … Continue reading Mother’s Day 2019
TBT: Not So Awake, But Alive
This morning I missed the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) train to a conference by five minutes. This is day two of the conference and I was fortunate to make that train yesterday, but the bus/subway ran differently today and I left the Bronx subway stop eight minutes later. Since I knew I would anyway … Continue reading TBT: Not So Awake, But Alive
Drop Everything, Your Child Needs You
One of the skills you learn to develop as a parent is stopping things in the middle of what you are doing. This is especially hard for someone like me who likes to wrap a pretty bow on everything I do. And while it's a great skill to be able to complete things, it's also … Continue reading Drop Everything, Your Child Needs You
Mindful Nuggets 