Ugh, the shifting sections sound so frustrating.

Watched my friend's son build a birdhouse once. He got so focused he skipped his afternoon snack. It really shows how cool it is when kids lock in on a task.

Sure, fitting everything in a carry-on is handy, but not everyone can do that. Some meetings need extra gear like product samples or tech gear. Checking a bag might be the only way to bring what you need. It's not about being inefficient, it's about being prepared. I always try to pack light, but I get why others can't.

Last year, AT&T upgraded towers near my neighborhood and my phone kept dropping calls for days. I called their support and they admitted there was ongoing work but couldn't give a timeline. Now I always keep a backup offline map app on my phone in case data gets spotty. Have you tried switching to a different network temporarily to see if that helps?