La Navidad no consiste en recibir las últimas notificaciones del móvil o hacer scroll sin parar. Se trata de la gente alrededor del árbol, las risas en la mesa y la alegría de desenvolver los regalos juntos. Sin embargo, con demasiada frecuencia, las pantallas se cuelan en el momento y roban nuestra atención.
Por qué es importante la presencia
We all know the feeling — someone’s halfway through a story and suddenly a phone buzzes. The moment is gone.
Christmas is one of the few times in the year when families gather without the rush of work or school. Choosing to put phones aside means choosing connection, conversation and memories that last far longer than a TikTok video.
Lo que la escuela puede enseñarnos
Interestingly, schools have already been leading the way. Many have introduced lockable phone pouches for students. Phones stay with the pupil, but sealed away until the end of the day, creating calmer classrooms, better focus and happier children.
If it works in schools, imagine what a similar concept could do around the Christmas table.
Por qué el tiempo frente a la pantalla es un problema creciente
Too much screen time isn’t just a distraction. Studies link excessive use to increased anxiety, lower academic performance and reduced meaningful social interaction.
At Christmas, that means missing out on the magic — the board games, the family films, the shared jokes and the traditions that make the season special.
La opinión del Reino Unido sobre el tiempo frente a la pantalla
The UK government has been increasingly vocal about the risks of “compulsive” phone use, particularly for children. Families themselves are calling for balance, with surveys showing that many young people would rather spend Christmas playing games or watching films with loved ones than gaming alone.
Una Navidad para recordar
This year, make “be present amongst your presents” your family motto. By setting aside phones, you give yourself the gift of connection.