Tonight at sundown marks the National Day of Unplugging. Separating yourself from all of the electronics that surround you for 24 hours has been a concept that many teens have internally feared ever since they held their first TracFone.

“I probably won’t be participating if we’re being honest, but it does remind me to be more involved with the people around me rather than being too focused on my phone,” junior Emily McKee said.

Radio stations around the area have been encouraging this upcoming blast to the past, some television channels even plan to participate.

This national event was created by Reboot, an organization that aspires to honor Jewish tradition. Although this event was once created to celebrate the Sabbath in a more meaningful way, it was brought up again in 2010 to help those of all backgrounds celebrate.

We can all agree that we could use a day to spend time with loved ones face to face.

“It just seems like people don’t disconnect from technology enough these days, this should be put into practice more than just one day a year,” senior Lexi Campbell said.

The big question that goes with this technology respite: What are you unplugging for?

The National day of Unplugging website has posters with the slogan “I Unplug to ______” that you can use to improve your unplugging experience. This organization has over 500 events at music festivals and parks all around the world.

So take a deep breath, slow down, let your phone die, throw it in a drawer, go to a park, pet a dog, talk to your family, cook dinner for them. Celebrate for 24 hours.

Do you think you can do it?