Do you believe you are "too technological for your own good?" In other words, have you ever experienced situations like the author (such as sweeping your finger down a newspaper or forgetting to pay because you're used to having a credit card set up to an account)? If so, please describe. If not, think of an example you have seen or heard another person doing. Do you have a difficult time putting your smart phone or device down? Do you have a constant need to check your email, the Internet or even sports scores? What advice would you give to others about this technology trend? Is it better to depend on technology and ride the wave of the future or put the device down every so often, step away and engage in a paperback book or write a letter?

Some psychologists suggest that email does not nurture relationships. Do you agree? Are personal limitations necessary in order to avoid a decline in interpersonal communication?

Most cell phone users are only somewhat aware of mobile privacy. What measures, if any, do you take to protect your cell phone? After reading the article, is there anything you would do differently to protect your phone?