Staggering statistics that show how mobile phone usage is destroying our relationships.

The average British person uses their mobile phone for 3 hours per day.

The average British teenager uses social media for 4.5 hours per day.

The average British couple talk for less than half an hour a day.

16% of couples surveyed said they have no quality time with their partners at all. 

The average mealtime in the uk lasts for 21 minutes and is eaten in front of a screen.

In order to maintain a healthy relationship couples need to learn to step away from their screens and turn towards each other. Where possible phones should be put on silent and put away each evening to give space to connect, listen, and give each other undivided attention. 

Phones are not necessary in the bedroom.

Phones are not necessary while watching a film.

Phones are not necessary while on a walk.

Phones on not necessary while on holiday. 

Phones are not necessary in the bathroom.

Phones should not be the first thing you reach for in the morning.

Phones should not be the last thing you look at at night.

Mobile phone addiction is becoming a real problem. A recent study by Deloitte showed that 40% of adults feel they use their phones far too much and this statistic rises to over 50% for 16-24year olds.

Over 90% of the couples I see mention mobile phone usage as a problem in their relationship. 

Try to put your phone away every evening and watch the improvement in your relationship.