Since the planet is making a lot of technology for us to rely on, the thought of talking to one another is happening less and less, and it is becoming less common than usual. People wanting to use electronics are increasing and are only wanting to use their phones or laptops, or iPads, and don’t want to chat with others or be with their group. I think we should try to change this bad habit that most people have, and try to make others believe that they should speak to others instead of just being on screens. Lots of people are starting to believe that when you are on screens for too long, it gets harder for your brain to process information, which can harder for people to think and do well in school, which could affect their grades.
If people are on technology less, their brains can process information better, and they can do better in school, which can allow them to get better grades. When we talk to others instead of just being on screens, we can keep our brains loose and allowing us to feel calmer and more respectful to others and ourselves. It can also relieve loneliness and develop friendships by talking to others about who we really are, it builds trust, and it can create bonds with others.
If we are in more of an environment where people want to spend more time talking to others instead of just being on screens, then there will be more people open to doing non-electronic activities like playing sports, eating lunch together, and working together on a school project. We also shouldn’t forget about the depth of a conversation. It can make others feel way calmer, respectful, and at ease than you usually feel.
The best way to try to talk to others is to ask someone a question, wait for them to answer, then talk about their answer, then start asking them more questions to learn more about them. When you ask a question, you can always get good answers. You should also listen hard to what they are saying, and pay attention to what they are saying, so you get a full understanding of them. You can do that by looking at who you are talking to, listening to them, not getting distracted, and complimenting them on why you like their answer. Then they can ask you a question, and you answer what they ask, and tell them about your answer, and then before you know it, you will get all caught up in what you’re both talking about, and you will start having a full conversation.
Talking to others instead of just being on screens is a much better thing for you to do. If more people want to talk to others instead of using technology, it will help others with social skills and want to do more than watch a screen. More importantly, it can help foster a feeling of community and belonging with others. It’s also always important to talk to others, even if you aren’t using screens.
Connecting with others is always very important to our body health and emotional health. When we talk to others, we can experience lots of emotions that we can’t always get from screens. We can get or experience the warmth of a smile, the comfort from a hug from your friend, and the kindness in your friend’s voice. Not only that, but talking with other people can encourage different perspectives. When we get into discussions, we can reveal ourselves to different thoughts and ideas. This can allow us to learn more about others, which can really help us get acquainted with others, which can really help develop social skills towards others.
Communication skills are developed through direct interaction, and conversations are a great example to learn communication skills. It can help you learn to listen to others, talk to others, and hang out with others. Talking to others is a great thing for you to do as it makes you feel better about yourself, it’s healthier for your brain and body, and allows you to make more friends and to talk and hang out with others.
Talking with others while being with others is kinda like a gift for your brain and yourself. If we set down our devices and communicate with those around us, we show ourselves that we can respect our presence. This part of mindfulness not only improves your relationships with others, but also helps with our mental health, as it can help us become more aware of our surroundings and those who are in them.
And finally, screens are a fun thing to use when you use them every once in a while. However, using them too much isn’t good for you because it can affect your emotional well-being, can get you addicted to screens, and can make you feel too tired and lazy. So if you want to live a long and healthy life, I strongly suggest you have good conversations with others and interact with others more than you are on screens.
https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/articles/teen-technology-addiction
https://www.nm.org/conditions-and-care-areas/behavioral-health/technology-overuse-and-addiction

John D • Jan 8, 2026 at 11:35 am
The only reason I was glued to my laptop was because I was struggling with my finals. Actually, I know lots of teens who aren’t glued to their devices and touch grass. I think the teenage archetype forces the idea that we should spend more time on our phones onto some teens, which kinda reinforces that archetype. I’m not speaking for everyone, since our interests are all different, but I’m just speaking from my personal experience. If someone has a different view on this, I would be happy to hear an opposing argument.