The article reflects on a personal experiment at Glastonbury festival where the author decided to leave their smartphone behind. Initially apprehensive about losing connection and direction, they navigated through the festival by relying on colleagues and the event's guides. This practice led to a realization about the distractions posed by smartphones, as the author began to experience boredom but also moments of being present, including spotting celebrity Mel C. As the day progressed, turning off the phone marked a sense of liberation, allowing for deeper engagement with the festival.
Without my phone, I begin to feel a bit bored—something I haven't felt since first getting a smartphone to fill every quiet moment with scrolling.
As I navigate Glastonbury without my phone, I realize that while it provides convenience, it also distracts me from fully experiencing the moment.
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