Intentional Living in a Digital World
Is it bad to sleep next to your cellphone? It might not be “bad,” per se, but if you stop sleeping with your phone next to your bed you just might end up happier and healthier, sleep better, and improve your relationships. Curious? Read on to learn more! 1. You’ll sleep better with your phone … Read more
One of the best things about technology is the wealth of information it puts right at our fingertips. Of course, that can also be one of the worst things about technology, but when we’re making good choices about how we spend our time online, we can find some really helpful resources for becoming better people … Read more
I love lists. Before I started using OneNote as a digital bullet journal, I had lists everywhere. Backs of envelopes, sticky notes, old receipts, random scraps of paper. You name it, I probably used it for a list at some point. If you, too, are constantly writing lists and then forgetting where you put them, … Read more
Sound familiar? You’re in the middle of (attempting to) take some nice photos of your kids (who never. stop. moving), and all of a sudden your phone pops up that dreaded message: your iPhone storage is full, and you’re going to have to delete something before you can save any more photos. It’s a good … Read more
I’m a huge believer in the idea of balance. By not letting yourself get carried away by obsession, I believe you’ll live a much more joy-filled life. This concept is definitely true in technology–tech can very easily become all consuming… Social media and smartphones, I’m looking at you! The key to living a balanced tech … Read more
Being a new mom is hard. Everything is unfamiliar, and you’ve never taken care of a brand-new baby before, so you have no idea what you’re doing. And then comes the mom guilt. Technology can be helpful, as we have so many tools and so much information right at our fingertips. But it can also … Read more
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you deleted Facebook from your phone without deactivating your account? Would it make any difference in your quality of life? One of the most eye-opening experiences after getting my new iPhone was realizing just how much time I was spending on social media. Apple’s Screen Time app … Read more
Are you looking for YouTube alternatives for your kids? While I believe that YouTube can be safe for kids when you have the right settings and precautions in place–and if you’re picky about channels–I can also completely relate to a desire for something specifically designed for kids. Related: How to Create Screen Time Rules That … Read more
When I told my husband I was going to write a post about Google Chrome privacy settings, his response was, “Step One. Install Firefox.” Yes, I could tell you that the best way to make Chrome private is not to use it. After all, Google’s product is you. (For more on just how much Google … Read more
After the whole “Momo Challenge” hoax blew over, I asked my readers what kinds of resources they wanted for keeping kids safe online. A few chimed in with requests for how to talk to your kids about internet safety. Related: How YouTube Can Be Safe for Kids How do you talk to kids about what … Read more
I recently signed up for a 5-day email “course” about email security. I expected to read some basic tips for keeping my email secure and thought I might get some more safety tips to share with you. (I’ve already written about securing your email and using strong passwords). Instead, the majority of the content dealt … Read more
Is blogging dead? Is it too late to start a blog and start generating income with it? I don’t think so. Here’s how I started making a little money with a brand-new-to-me niche in 2018. I cut my blogging teeth as a high school senior in 2002 when my friends and I all had Open … Read more
Having recently switched from Android to an iPhone, I’ve had to relearn a few things about how to use my phone. If you have made a similar switch or are using an iPhone for the first time, read on for useful tips to make the most of your new phone. Even if you’ve been using … Read more
You’ve probably seen the posts going around social media about the horrible content that’s cropping up in seemingly innocent videos for kids on YouTube. A child will be watching a cartoon when suddenly the content turns darker–it may be the cartoon characters themselves engaging in violent or sexual behavior, or it may be a scary … Read more
I thought my brand-new credit card account had been compromised! Wow, you guys, the feeling when you think someone else has gotten into your financial stuff is terrifying–I felt so violated and helpless. Fortunately, in this case, it turned out to be a mistake on the bank’s part, but I now have a much better … Read more