Applying mindfulness-consciousness in solving social problems of “Phubbing”

Abstract

The "Phubbing" is spreading all over the world. This is evident from people nowadays, whether while riding a car, eating, walking on the street or even while chatting with other people, still focus on the square screen. This behavior has resulted in many people experiencing unexpected problems. The consequences such as  physical and mental health effects are depression and a lack of real-world living skills. The social impact is the lack of communication skills with those around them because of focusing on communication tools until it became a phrase known as "Phubbing".

             In fact, the advantages of phubbing are helping people to have the opportunity to be closer together. Online communication has become a part of our ability to connect with other people or relatives in distant places in a very short time by application such as LINE applications, etc. You can also donate to charities online as well. It is considered to support each other according to the principles of Buddhism and other religions. Therefore, life in phubbing society is necessary to apply the principle of mindfulness-consciousness to prevent problems that will follow in various fields and can resolve problems in a timely manner.