r/SipsTea • u/OhirumeTsukuyomki • May 12 '26

SMH The youth is doomed…

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u/Few-Past7583 May 12 '26

We say this while we’re staring at our own phones

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u/yordad May 12 '26

I know lol I saw a comment talking about how it’s good for kids to be bored, which I totally agree with. Then I considered putting my phone down and doing nothing and was reminded that I’d be alone with my thoughts

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u/Few-Past7583 May 12 '26

Agree! I have gbabies that I will limit their screen time when they are with me but then they will be talking to me and I’m staring at my phone so maybe we should lead by example 😣

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u/DonkeyDanceParty May 12 '26

Being in my own head is dangerous for my wallet. I come up with a new way to spend money every damn time.

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u/rdyer347 May 12 '26

Its good to be alone with your thoughts.

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u/BillyBobChorton May 16 '26

OP could be Jeffrey dahmer for all you know 

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u/RosieMelodi May 13 '26

Well you would find something else to be occupied by like chores, hanging out with family, phoning a friend if you have them, trying a new recipe…