I’ll be honest, when I first heard about lighting automation, my reaction was, “Do I really need this? I can switch on and off lights with my finger, why complicate life?”

But then came the usual everyday struggles leaving the bedroom light on in a hurry, kids forgetting to turn off lights in the study, and of course, that guilty feeling when the electricity bill shot up. It wasn’t about money alone, it was just annoying.

A friend suggested trying smart lighting, and I thought, “Okay, let’s give it a shot.” That small decision literally changed the way I look at my home. Now, I don’t run around checking switches before leaving. If a light is on, I just tap my phone and it’s sorted. Simple.

But here’s the fun part, it’s not just about switching lights. Movie night at home? One click and the lights dim perfectly. Hosting guests? Warm, cozy lighting makes the living room look completely different. Even my kids love asking Alexa to turn the lights off before bedtime, they actually enjoy it now.

And yes, the electricity bill has come down. Not by magic, but because the system makes sure lights aren’t wasted. It feels like being more responsible without extra effort.

Looking back, I laugh at myself for thinking it was unnecessary. Once you taste the comfort of lighting automation, those old switches feel like something from another era.