Relationships become even more difficult since even couples require time apart from one other. Technology makes this harder because, even if we are not now conversing with the other person, we can easily go on social media and see every detail of what the other is doing. Social media and smartphones have made life easier in many ways, but they have also helped destroy relationships by keeping people away from one another. If you want your relationship to be successful, it is important that you spend time together out of courtly contact so that you can re-connect and rebuild your friendship or love story. People used to meet up at local parks or beaches for a weekend away with their partners, but now that option is limited because of the lack of free time due to jobs and school. In fact, statistics show that only 50% of marriages today will survive past age 40 because people don't have enough time to connect with each other. In conclusion, technology has taken over our lives and destroyed relationships because it keeps us too isolated from others.