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We all have our addictions, whether they are obvious to others or not. Addictions come in all shapes and sizes, from video games to workaholism to becoming overly attached to people.
If you’re curious about why you might be an addict even if you don’t think of yourself as one and how to break out of your addictive patterns, the following will give you some insight into what the term addiction really means, and how it affects your life and the lives of those around you.
You are addicted to technology
Laptops, cell phones, gadgets, and so on are extremely popular these days. These devices are incredibly addicting for a variety of reasons. They allow you to do things you couldn’t do before, like work harder or spend more time with friends. They also allow you to connect with others who have similar interests through social networking sites and online communities.
When used in moderation they can be beneficial to your life, but if they are something that is controlling your life more than it should then it might be time to ask yourself some questions about why you’re using your devices to get so attached to them.
You are addicted to social media
Using social media is like having a best friend with you 24/7, but there’s a downside. Social…
