We get it - we all live busy lives and we want to connect and catch up on social media, emails and things, but when we lose sleep or quality time over our devices, we are simply not making the best choices - are we?
Research shows that 82% of smartphone users are on their devices first thing in the morning and last thing at night. We could think of at least 7 other things to do at these times...   ;)

Before smartphones we actually spend time with our friends when we went to hang out. Watching a movie was probably the most unsocial thing. Now, however, when we catch up with friends we do so sitting next to each other yet interacting through our smartphones. What ever happened to just talking, doing funny stuff and mischief to entertain each other... 

You can have fun without Memes, Gifs or Youtubers...  Or can you?

Is all it takes to have an accident. It is said that almost 2/3 of accidents that happen are due to distracted drivers and a large proportion of this is attributed to smartphone use while driving. Sure, a little scare here, or a little bump there is not the end of the world, yet when we see 20% of fatalities among young drivers involve mobile phones - we have to do something.

Surely, the text or message can wait...  Help us raise more awareness of the danger of texting while driving.

Our lives are busy and demands are tugging away at us from all sides, especially with young children. And, while we multitask away through our days we may not realise just what we are role modelling and teaching our little ones...  Do we really want them to think that technology comes first...  that it is acceptable to be on your devise while you are interacting with the people closest to you? Try leaving your phone until after...

We know it is hard, and we have all the reasons and excuses in the world to live by our phones, but could you take a break? What would a day look/feel like if we first and foremost connected with the world around us in real time - not through our phones?

Pledge - 5 hours without for MoodOff Day - today!

...before technology does! In our fast-paced modern digitised world we cannot blame our children for wanting to engage with technology - after all we live it out in front of them day in day out. However, when their behaviours are addictive and technology rules over play time, sweets, and real time, real world engagement, we have to be honest with ourselves and acknowledge that we have a problem.

The fastest growing demographic of smartphone users are school aged children, teens and young adults. Our School Outreach Program is aimed at raising awareness of social impacts, reduce cyber bullying and to prepare for safer driving practices for year 10-12 students.

Funny, right! But, sad thing is, that 9 out of 10 people say they check their phone while with their partner or when in conversation with them. Worst yet, being present with each other is the fundamental need and foundation for a successful relationship.

MoodOff Day continues to raise awareness of relationship and communication issues impacted by the rampant and untimely use of smartphones.

When is the last time you ate without photographing your food first? When did you simply enjoy a meal without attending to your phone once? Ok, then try this...

Place all your phones in the middle of the table and whoever answers theirs first pays for lunch for ALL!