These technological devices have improved our lives in many ways but there is also a need to make certain that they don’t control our lives. If not controlled, the messages we send and receive appear to have a sense of urgency. People start to expect immediate responses. If no response is received, another message is often sent, urging a reply. But if you really consider the information being transmitted you will find that these messages are not urgent. Consider whether your work and attention is being interrupted to stop and answer every message that arrives on your device as soon as it appears. Not a good way to efficiently use your time in the long run. A false sense of urgency just adds to your stress level.