I forgot my phone

Cameron_1969
Cameron_1969 Posts: 2,855 Member
. . . and it's freaking me out. It may be time to seek help.
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  • SwannySez
    SwannySez Posts: 5,860 Member
    I was on vacation recently and had a few times when I was, "Hunh, I actually don't need to take my phone with me." It was weird, but freeing.
  • Cameron_1969
    Cameron_1969 Posts: 2,855 Member
    I'm still at the height of my withdrawals. .
  • SwannySez
    SwannySez Posts: 5,860 Member
    It gets better.
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  • shaf238
    shaf238 Posts: 4,021 Member
    Literally cannot be without my phone. Not for a second. Can't imagine what you're going through!
  • Cameron_1969
    Cameron_1969 Posts: 2,855 Member
    I got anxiety reading this, check in at the end of the day and tell us how you did. Lol

    But what if something goes wrong?.. What if there's a gas leak and my house explodes and nobody can call me?.. What if someone texts me and I can't answer and they think I don't like them!?. This is going to be a long day.
  • TavistockToad
    TavistockToad Posts: 35,719 Member
    I love a phone and social media break... but only a couple of times a year when I'm on holiday!
  • Cameron_1969
    Cameron_1969 Posts: 2,855 Member
    edited July 2018
    I just noticed this thing on my desk and I almost used it in desperation. . I vaguely remember these things from the olden days. It sort of looks like a phone but it's big and it has a cord and there's no way it would fit in my pocket.
  • caco_ethes
    caco_ethes Posts: 11,962 Member
    I don’t feel attached to my phone so much, I just can’t let it out of my sight or my husband will figure out my real M-F 8-5 gig
  • R3d_butt3rfly
    R3d_butt3rfly Posts: 1,127 Member
    . . . and it's freaking me out. It may be time to seek help.

    Do you need a passcode to get into your phone? Does someone know your passcode? What if someone manages to unlock it and see ALL your "progress" pictures and recipe sharing? Am I adding more anxiety to your day?

    Sorry, I woke up very inquisitive today 😏
  • pookajunebug
    pookajunebug Posts: 38 Member
    I totally understand. My phone died yesterday afternoon before working out and it was the WORST not having my music. Or email. Or Runkeeper. Or/or/or....ha ha.
  • Cameron_1969
    Cameron_1969 Posts: 2,855 Member
    lstrat115 wrote: »
    . . . and it's freaking me out. It may be time to seek help.

    Do you need a passcode to get into your phone? Does someone know your passcode? What if someone manages to unlock it and see ALL your "progress" pictures and recipe sharing? Am I adding more anxiety to your day?

    Sorry, I woke up very inquisitive today 😏

    These were the thoughts going through my head as well. I bet a real panic attack could ensue for some people who leave their phone at home

    Thanks a lot! I just realized that my ex knows my garage code. . What if she finds out my phone is there unattended?. . She might break in and then hack my pattern. .She could use my son's stereo-microscope to see the subtle marks left on the glass . . There are some really lame selfies on there I haven't deleted yet. . What if those end up on the internet!?
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  • R3d_butt3rfly
    R3d_butt3rfly Posts: 1,127 Member
    I’m okay without my phone for the day. But I take my phone with me everywhere. I don’t want anyone going in it. That would give me anxiety.

    Our most private thoughts are on our phones whether it be through social media platforms, Texts, emails, pictures etc. I'd feel extremely violated if someone decided go through my phone while left unattended.
  • InkgirlKC
    InkgirlKC Posts: 251 Member
    I don't think I could last the day!
  • bhadbahabi
    bhadbahabi Posts: 575 Member
    I don't get anxiety leaving my phone but I'd be way more bored. I'd have to use my actual laptop instead if I were home. If I was out I'd be forced to start a conversation which I sure as hell won't do so I'd meticulously push back my cuticles with my finger nail and have a few anxiety attacks until I could reasonably fake use the bathroom again.
  • Pour_Decisions
    Pour_Decisions Posts: 1,053 Member
    I guess I'm in the minority here. I'm usually not glued to my phone and have left it at home before. As long as I know it isn't lost, I'm fine. I have important numbers memorized and in case of a true emergency I'll borrow someone's phone to call.
  • Cameron_1969
    Cameron_1969 Posts: 2,855 Member
    I’m okay without my phone for the day. But I take my phone with me everywhere. I don’t want anyone going in it. That would give me anxiety.

    Our most private thoughts are on our phones whether it be through social media platforms, Texts, emails, pictures etc. I'd feel extremely violated if someone decided go through my phone while left unattended.

    Well, one thing I can be thankful for is Chrome's incognito mode. . (whew!). .
  • ItsMeGee3
    ItsMeGee3 Posts: 13,254 Member
    HOW does anyone forget their phone?
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  • Lounmoun
    Lounmoun Posts: 8,423 Member
    My cell phone lives on a shelf. If I take it with me it never leaves my purse. It is just for emergencies not texting, chatting, browsing the internet, taking photos. I would get rid of it but in a real emergency I would want it. There has not been a real emergency since I got it though. I hate phones and am happy not to use any kind of phone.
  • Cameron_1969
    Cameron_1969 Posts: 2,855 Member
    Glynn20 wrote: »
    HOW does anyone forget their phone?

    I can't understand it either. .
  • TheRoadDog
    TheRoadDog Posts: 11,788 Member
    Glad I saw this thread. Haven't used my cell in over a month and this reminded me to charge it.
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  • tinak33
    tinak33 Posts: 9,883 Member
    I always go back home to get it..... and I am always disappointed that after all that anxiety, no one texted or called me. lol
    How dare they!?
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  • shenanigans_
    shenanigans_ Posts: 457 Member
    How will you send out dick pics?
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  • AmberGlitterSparkles
    AmberGlitterSparkles Posts: 699 Member
    I make my fiancé bring it to me lol. It’s gotten to the point where I don’t even have to ask. He’ll just show up with it, knowing I’m at stage 5 mental breakdown.
  • LisaHeb1979
    LisaHeb1979 Posts: 219 Member
    No one calls me anyway, so I don't think I would miss it much.