Blankson’s research describes a number of strategies we can use to intentionally set technology in favor of our long-term happiness. One high-impact strategy is to know when to unplug. It may not be feasible for everyone to enter a sustained technology black-out mode, but everyone can find a brief period of time to temporarily disconnect. Isn’t that what automated email replies were designed for? We can all be thankful for the creative genius who invented that. If you can’t unplug, Blankson advises that at the very least, hide your phone when you’re focusing on a task or engaging in a conversation with others. Literally removing your phone from your line of sight – not just turning it face down – will help you maintain focus, productivity, and connect with others more effectively.