Back in the day, we used to be able to just sit around moonlights and share stories without the constant pings and buzzes interrupting the vibe. Those were the good old days.

But you make a really good point about the challenges of implementing a phone ban, especially when our livelihood depends on being connected 24/7.

I can totally relate to the pressure of deadlines and the fear of missing out on that next big writing gig. It's a tough call, for sure.