Is your smartphone the first thing you touch in the morning? Can’t you go asleep without scrolling through Facebook, YouTube or Google for the last time that day? Do you think that if you leave your phone for a while, you’ll miss out on life? That’s the case with many people nowadays and I think that this is some kind of addiction to the Internet. What makes the Internet so attracting? Below, I will put together a list of the 7 most addictive things on the Internet.

1. Facebook

Perhaps, you have been resisting for long time to make a profile on Facebook, but finally you will wind up with one. And when we’re there… we can’t unhook! We just need to open the app or page in the browser and we’re in a big community of friendly people where something is always happening. A great variety of rewards are given to us: photos, comments, likes, gossip, emotions, news, laughter. We invest more and more time into interacting on the platform, thus coming back again and again. Yes, I am an addict and I admit it.

2. YouTube

Another thing we can’t resist on the Internet is YouTube. Whether it would be favourite music videos, video game walkthroughs, tutorials, product reviews, celebrity gossip videos, or sketch videos, it seems that there is everything on YouTube for every type of audience. And with all those people aspiring to capture their fifteen minutes of fame, there are endless hours to spend on the platform. So, I can say that almost everyone who uses YouTube is addicted to it to some extent.

3. Instagram

Don’t worry, you’re not alone! For many people if something is not on Instagram, it’s never happened. With all those exciting filters that make our photos artistic and the opportunity to share them with people with the same interests, it’s easy to see why so many of us are crazy about the social platform. You can check you profile many times during the day to see the number of likes your photo has gained and to read the comments that your followers have left behind it. Or you can just scroll your Instagram feed to see what other people have posted. One thing is certain, you will never get bored as there is always something new to look at!

4. Google

When we are tired of Facebook and YouTube, we always have the option to turn to Google. I spend hours a day Googling random things that have popped into my mind. One thing leads to another and I cannot stop researching them. This can be a problem especially when your job is related to Internet. This Google addiction can be so distracting! But Google has an answer to everything, it’s crazy!

5. E-mail

Are you addicted to checking your e-mail? Do you check your e-mail once a day? Do you check it every couple of hours? Or are you like some of us who have linked e-mails to our phones, so we don’t miss a beat regardless of whether we are at or away from the office. I feel the need to respond to e-mails immediately or within minutes of when they arrive. I interrupt conversations and in-person activities to deal with e-mails. If you are just like me, perhaps you need to schedule an e-mail vacation, away from electronics.

6. Online Games

Who doesn’t like to play a quick online game? They are attractive and are at arm’s length. Though be careful! Online games are addictive as they are designed to be that way. They challenge us enough to keep us coming back for more. The addiction is often related to completing a mission or beating a high score. Especially addictive are the online multiplayer games that are played online with other people as they generally have no ending. You make friends whenever and finally find yourself playing all day and night.

7. Online Shopping

In this fast-paced world, online shopping is an easy way of purchasing whatever we need just sitting in the comfort of our homes. Some people enjoy it because they hate to invest time to go shopping, while others do it because of its great variety and accessibility. You should not worry if you just occasionally make purchases online. Bear in mind, however, that online shopping can be very addictive. With all these shopping advertisements that show on our social feeds, we can easily get hooked into it.

This was my list of the 7 most addictive things on the Internet. This may not be your list as everyone has his unique Internet addictions. However, one thing is certain – Internet is an easy pastime and all of us spend too much time there. So, we can officially say that Internet is an addiction.

Imagine that you take part in an experiment, which requires from you to stay offline for one whole day. It’s hard to imagine it, right? We all are addicted to Internet and to social media, which takes much of our time every day. If you try, however, to put down your phone, you will become more involved with the real world. By eliminating all that distracting information from the web, you will become more focused on the important things in your life, you will stimulate your creativity and improve your health and relationships. Let’s discuss now the benefits of being offline for one whole day.

Meet a Friend

Instead of scrolling on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter and giving your likes on posts of online friends you have not seen for years, or you have never seen before, you can just call your good old friend and see him for a face-to-face conversation. According to scientific studies, we connect on a deeper level when we converse with others personally. Social media is an easy and convenient way of communicating, but it reduces the quality of the connection. And let’s be honest, exchanging a smile with a real person is much more exciting than exchanging emoji or likes.

Pick up a Hobby

When we read emails and articles on web sites, make status updates or watch video, we excessively consume information, which limits our creativity. Some studies show that excessive consumption of information hinders our creativity as it causes decision fatigue and is harmful to our attention spans. If you are offline, you will clear your mind and will realise that there is a lot of extra time that you can use to rediscover a long-lost hobby. Remember what you liked to do as a child. Perhaps you had a passion for painting, playing guitar or singing. Don’t procrastinate, use your one day offline to start again and enjoy the pleasure of creativity. It will be then much easier for you to continue.

Take a Trip in the Countryside

Another source of great pleasure and inspiration is the contact with nature. Take advantage of your day offline and make a trip in the countryside. You can go hiking on some long-distance footpath or cycling on quiet country roads, or just go by car and make a picnic. Take a friend and make your trip even more funny and exciting. Scientists have shown that the interaction with nature boosts memory and concentration levels. Just 1 hour of hiking in the countryside increases the brain’s performance by one fifth. In contrast, a walk through busy streets has no benefits on the brain at all.

Read a Book

When did you last read a book? Instead of scrolling on social media and reading random articles and posts, pick up a book by a favourite author and immerse yourself in his imaginative world. Apart from being a great source of entertainment and relaxation, reading can boost your brain power. In the same way as going for a jogging exercises your cardiovascular system, reading gives your brain a good work-out, thus improving your memory function, analytical skills, focus and concentration.

It doesn’t look scary, right? So, why don’t you try to forget about online posts, chats and status updates for just one day. Reclaim your time and do all the things for which you did not have time before. Be in the real life and enjoy the benefits of better relationships with others, of being more creative, healthier and happier.

Are you often strolling from site to site without knowing exactly what you are looking for? Well, there is nothing strange in doing so because everyone simply has the need to do something extraordinary sometimes. But in this Em3e blog post, I’ll give you something more than just strolling from site to site!

1. Listen to an audiobook. There is a huge probability that you are a fan of reading books because most people are, and after all, you are reading my Em3E blog. So, why not listen to a book instead of reading it? Open an account at Audible, find a podcast, or just listen to your favourite music online. There are plenty of options.
2. Buy yourself something online. Indeed, this should be high on the agenda especially now, when Christmas is just around the corner. You can find plenty of fun things to do online and these often end up with buying something amazing, too. So, why not do it on purpose? It’s the perfect moment right now with the huge holiday discounts, gifts, and treatments.
3. Play at online casinos. I could not miss recommending you my favourite thing to do online – playing at online casino games. My blog is all things casino related and I know plenty of tips and tricks to optimise your performance which I’ll develop in further posts. So, I’m telling you – you need to try one or a few of the many UK online casinos! They have awesome activities to enjoy online.
4. Clone and organise your online albums. Whether you have a Pinterest account or you often download new wallpapers for your desktop, it’s never too late to check all your pictures online. For one, you will remember some old pictures and you might be tempted to select a new wallpaper for your desktop.
5. Take various personality tests. There are many tests which show what your animal spirit is. Another great idea is to test your vision and imagination on sites like 123test.com or 16personalities.com. Another amazing idea is to find online tests for your concentration, fast reaction, or a colour-matching test.
6. Win free money by playing your favourite game. For example, play casino games! Here are only a couple of pro tips: firstly, open several new accounts by using a special promo code. Secondly, get your free bonus money by referring the casino to a friend. You only need to search in advance for exactly which UK online casinos offer such appealing bonus codes and refer-a-friend promotions.
7. Create a hilarious composite picture of yourself. There are many amazing sites for playing with funny pictures of real faces. Examples include FlashFace, Monoface, PortraitPad, and FaceGiggle, and each of them will surprise you with its awesome features. It might well be the best way to surprise your friends while talking or playing games online.
8. Educate yourself online. Subscribe to an online course such as a masterclass for an amazing opportunity to learn interesting things. If you love to play games at UK casinos just like I do – then you definitely need to watch the course where Daniel Negreanu teaches poker.
9. Google yourself. You might not know what will appear on the internet about yourself. It could be your social media page in the first place of the results or it could be something else. Seek and you shall find out!
10. Watch bloopers or funny pranks. We all know the endless themes and topics of the videos on YouTube, so why not get a huge portion of laughs by watching the best news bloopers for 2018 or the most hilarious cats in the UK?

Here it is – my collection of 10 amazing things to do online. You can do this in the meantime, when you are bored, or just for fun. Playing games at a UK online casino is still my favourite. Do you have more amazing tips and ideas?

If you love playing online slots, you’ll no doubt be aware that Microgaming’s slot portfolio far outweighs that of any other game developer. This is not only because they are one of the longest standing developers in the industry, but also because they launch new games every single month. In this article, we’ll take a look at the hottest new slot releases from the developer. Will any take your fancy?

Dream Date

Love is the air in this customisable, 243 ways video slot. In a unique move, you can select between 2 different eras, historic or modern. Does old-school wooing appeal, or would you prefer a current day love story? The choice is entirely yours. You then get to pick from 4 handsome heroes to be your dream date. This symbol becomes the highest paying in the game. Hot Zones appear in the centre of reels 1 and 5 and can award up to 40x your total bet. Land the lady and the dream date in the hot zone and you’ll also be rewarded with free spins with expanding multiplier wilds. Whilst this romantically themed slot would appear to be aimed at the ladies out there, the rewarding features are enough to set anyone’s heart racing.

Diamond Empire

Simplicity meets style in this Art Nouveau inspired 3-reel slot. Developed by Triple Edge Studios, exclusively for Microgaming, Diamond Empire combines retro style gameplay with exquisite graphics and immersive sound effects. Authentically classic symbols including bars, 7s and cherries are given a dazzling edge, reflecting the artistically glamourous theme. The triple reel slot features a permanently enabled 15 paylines. Multiplier wilds are stacked on all reels, offering the potential for big winnings up to 650x the total bet. The slot also features a wheel bonus, where you can win up to 888x your total bet on a single spin of the wheel of fortune.

Temple of Tut

Join the intrepid explorers and embark on an adventure to uncover treasures deep within Tutankhamun’s chamber in this ancient Egyptian themed video slot. The 5 reel, 3 row video slot features 10 paylines, with wins paid both ways. The game includes an innovative new feature; Super Reels. The golden scarabs can transform up to all 5 reels into Super Reels on any spin. These enhanced reels contain 50% stacked wilds, providing the potential for some impressive wins. The slot also boasts an exciting free spins round, where you can bag up to 30 free plays instantly. During the free spins, Super Reels are activated on every spin, upping the excitement and the chances of winning big.

Amazing Aztecs

Inspired by the ancient Aztec civilisation, in this video slot, you join majestic characters including the chief, the hunter, the shaman and the princess on the journey for riches. The 5 reel, 3 row slot has 243 ways to win and features vibrant graphics and animations. The game introduces the innovative Giant Re-spin feature. Any win in the game can trigger the feature, which adds giant symbols to the reels, containing 4, 9 and 16 normal symbols, creating a guaranteed win. Hit the 4×4 giant symbol and you could be in line for epic wins. Due for release on 31^st May 2018, keep your eyes peeled for this exciting new slot at Microgaming and Quickfire operators.

Do you enjoy playing casino games? Do you want to know about the latest bonuses and promos? Would you like to keep up to speed on interesting industry news? How about updates on exciting new game releases? Then I am pleased to tell you that you have come to the right place. I’m Leon, and this is my blog dedicated to all things online casino related.

I have been a dedicated casino patron for more years than I care to admit. In recent years, there have been some significant changes in the industry that specifically affect us players that are based in the UK. The Gambling Commission are keeping a tighter rein than ever on operators that provide services to us Brits, and it has created a real shape up of the industry.

On the whole, the closer focus on the industry has improved standards and made operators fully accountable for their actions. In recent months, some of the biggest names in the business have been pulled up for questionable practices which have not been in the best interest of players.

As such, there has never been a better time to play at online casinos. Bonus wagering requirements are becoming more reasonable, and there is much more clarity and transparency when it comes to the terms and conditions attached to them. Player protection is being prioritised more than ever before and this can only mean good news for us players.

In my blog, I want to share useful information that directly impacts us British players. I will keep you updated with any important industry news, so that you are playing from a fully informed position. Given the significant changes that have been coming into place regarding bonus offers, I’ll also fill you in on the hottest new offers as and when they are released. I will also share valuable tips and advice that will be useful for all types of players, whether you are a beginner or an experienced VIP.

I’ll regularly update this site with interesting and useful articles. And if there’s a particular topic that piques your interest, then feel free to drop me a line and I’ll endeavour to cover that for you too!