Teddy Bear

Published: April 1, 2020, 3:05 a.m.

Intro Today, Randy compares your smartphone to a teddy Bear. What? Why is everyone’s Primary tool their smartphone? Turns out there is a Psychological “Attachment Theory” that is actually present here. Source: Psychology Today. It is described as a similar behavior where children couldn’t put down the Teddy Bear during those years. Similar to how a Teddy Bear provides a connection when a parent is away, the cellphone situation is the same. The phone can be kept by your side while providing the connection to those things you can’t be near in-person. I see an example of this behavior that may even be present in myself! Follow our Podcast If you’re a new listener to the Manly Hanley Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Visit our website and leave a comment. While you’re there, be sure to subscribe to the newsletter! Follow Randrums on twitter Like the Manley Hanley Podcast Facebook page.