Some aspects have indeed been commodified. But what about the bigger picture? How simple is it to run a business, a website, organise a travel around or pay a

Some aspects have indeed been commodified. But what about the bigger picture? How simple is it to run a business, a website, organise a travel around or pay a bill nowadays, compared to 1994 or 2004? At times, I can't help but feel that the previous generation had a more leisurely pace of life, which led to a more fulfilling lifestyle. Nowadays, time seems to pass at a rapid pace, with high levels of stress. Allow me to share two experiences: a) The other day, while at the bank, I witnessed at least three individuals over the age of 60 struggling to complete simple tasks, aimlessly wandering around and pleading with the staff for assistance. These tasks are supposed to be easily accessible through online banking, but due to certain exceptions, the system did not support their specific needs. As a result, they were forced to make appointments, with the earliest available slot being three to four months away. One of them needed to withdraw money from a blocked account to purchase wood and heat her home, but the bank's staff refused to budge, insisting that she wait three months to solve the problem. b) Just two years ago, my father was in Sicily and could not find a way to make a simple phone call back home. Yet, in the 1970s, all he had to do was walk into the bar in the area with a few coins. Not to mention that while once upon a time your average person could fix the lights, the car, the heating, the non-automatic door, etc. by themselves now they need to call the professionals.