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I think many of us who work in tech eventually come to the same conclusions as the author because we are more likely to see technology for what it is, rather th
by jasoneckert 4y ago
I think many of us who work in tech eventually come to the same conclusions as the author because we are more likely to see technology for what it is, rather than a social norm.
This is apparent in how many of us have ditched Facebook, or who leave our phones at home (or turn them off) during concerts, social events, and outdoor recreation activities to ensure we enjoy the moment. Personally speaking, I find I have better human connections today as a result.
- _8j50 4y agoAnd landscapers don't maintain their lawn, cooks like junk food,etc... I think the whole thing is silly. Extremes suck, find the balance that works for you. I have maybe 4 apps on my phone: uber, sms app, browser and another browser. Everything else is moved to pc and I don't check messages frequently. Also HN is the only "social media" i engage with (even dropped reddit a while back). No enlightened experience or human connection found, to the contrary people i meet in person keep asking about my social media and I missed a lot of life events in other people's lives. But I have free time now and more peace so that's cool.
- rTX5CMRXIfFG 4y agoNot sure why this has to be seen in the light of extremes vs. gray areas. People should really be more open to questioning ways of living as a whole instead of just automatically aiming for some middle ground by default and without discernment. In the end it’s better to be decisive and consistent than to be contradictory and mediocre.
- weakfish 4y agoWell, more peace seems like the key element there. I’d say that’s a form of enlightenment