Are We Really More Connected?

Yeah, sure, that new phone model will be out shortly. Another camera, more memory, faster processing. Do we really need it? Can we live without it?

Working with technology is exciting and loaded with potential, but what happens when you are LIMITED by it? Yes, LIMITED. When we become so reliant on these 2 1/2 x 6 inch constant companions that we are unable to function without them, are they really the move?

But let me ask you, do they actually keep you more connected to the people in your life? Is life more fulfilling when you can text anybody 25 times a day to discuss the trivialities or gravitas of life or when you can sit across a table, look into someone’s eyes and hear their voice while talking about the trivialities or gravitas of life?

And disconnection from others is one thing. But what about the disconnection from oneself? Not even mentioning the amount of time squandered while you can be meditating or exercising or resting or learning something new, phones are now also stealing our brain capacities. Early studies out now are indicating that the use of AI is undercutting our brain functions. And regaining abilities is proving difficult. When you delegate your thought process to a device and it takes it and doesn’t give it back, what do you do then?