The Essential Luxury You Can’t Live Without

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Daily writing prompt
What’s the one luxury you can’t live without?
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Be honest—what’s one luxury item you use every single day without even thinking about it? Not your fancy watch or your high-end earbuds. For many people, it’s their smartphone—the essential luxury that goes wherever they go.

You might not feel like your phone is a luxury. After all, it’s part of your daily routine. But when you consider how powerful and expensive it is, it’s clear: this little device is a luxury we can’t live without. It’s your traveling mini-computer, your camera, your calendar, your texting and emailing communicator, your entertainment center for movies and games, and your lifeline to the world—all in one.

How much do people spend on this essential piece of tech? The average smartphone these days costs between $800 and $1,200, depending on the brand and model. And that’s before you factor in your monthly phone bill, which can run anywhere from $50 to $100+. That can add up to $600 to $1,200 a year just on service. Not exactly pocket change!

But it’s not just about the money—it’s about the time. Studies show that people spend anywhere from 1 to 6 hours per day on their smartphones, whether it’s for texting, scrolling through social media, answering emails, watching shows, or playing games. That’s a huge chunk of your life committed to one device.

We’re living in an era of tech dependency, and the smartphone is at its center. It’s how you stay connected to friends and family, how you navigate unfamiliar places, how you capture memories, and even how you relax after a long day. It’s not just a tool—it’s your digital companion.

So smartphone addiction is real. But for most of us, it’s not just an addiction—it’s a necessity. A luxury you can’t live without, and one you’re willing to invest in again and again.

Would you agree?

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18 thoughts on “The Essential Luxury You Can’t Live Without”

  1. Enjoyed how your post explains how most think smartphones are a need but is really a luxury! It’s a “traveling mini-computer, camera, calendar, texting and emailing communicator, and an entertainment center for movies and games, and your lifeline to the world.” That is really a LOT of purposes!

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  3. I must confess to being one of the last few to not own a smartphone. Yes, I have an iPad, which I use for all those tasks you mentioned, and to write my stories. My wife certainly has a phone-I bought it for her. I’ve never wanted one. It seems too connected. Even though they’re super handy, I don’t want to be constantly in reach. Am I crazy or what?

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      1. I think I’m lucky I have a job; I don’t know if a prospective employer would hire me without a phone these days. Even the folks at Walmart have to have one to unlock the cases of socks!

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