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After coming to a crossroads, the narrator began exploring the realm of “dumb phones” or feature phones. With this new focus on simplicity, they sought a new lifestyle that aligned better with their well-being. Discussions with coworkers about transitioning to basic phones evoked mixed feelings; many cited essential smartphone features necessary for their daily lives.
Despite initial pushback, the narrator remained resolute, acquiring a TCL flip phone from a budget-friendly service, ultimately opting for a plan that offered the basics of texting and calling without the additional chaos of a smartphone.