I personally have a love/hate relationship with technology.
I love technology because:
- I’ve met some amazing people, who I wouldn’t have met otherwise. A special shout out to Bindu, Tony and Susan!
- I can workout where ever I want. Since I’ve been spending a lot of time over at my Mom’s, it’s wonderful that all I need is my laptop and my exercise DVDs. It’s like going a a mini-vacation when I workout in a different place.
- It engages my brain. I love learning new things. My next project is a smart phone.
I hate technology because:
- I personally thinks it isolates people. Everwhere I look, people are slouched down, eyes glued to their phones. This includes people driving (who usually end up driving through red lights because they’re so focused on their stupid phones.)
- It discourages reality. Why bother meeting someone in person, if you can be Facebook friends and trade status updates?
- We’ve become a nation of lazy people. How many hours do folks spend on the computer, on their phones instead of getting up and moving!
What about you? Do you love technology or do you hate it?
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extremestan
February 6, 2013
Well, Technology is a major factor in shifting up productivity curve (and GDP). But I wouldn’t use it as a primary way to socialize with friends and family.
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Nancy Loderick
February 6, 2013
Hey Stan,
Yes, technology has helped the productivity curve, but only up to a point. I wonder how much time is ‘wasted’ at work with folks constantly checking their Facebook updates.
Others argue that there have always been ways to waste time and technology is just one more way.
I agree with you about not using technology to socialize with friends and family.
Nancy
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Ken Loderick
February 7, 2013
Overall, I feel that technology has made me a lot more productive and has saved me lots of time. But I think that too many people have become addicted to their electronic devices and the face to face interactions we once had are happening too infrequently.
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Nancy Loderick
February 7, 2013
Hi Ken,
Thanks for your comment. While technology can certainly expand our reach, there really is nothing like a face to face meeting. Seeing someone’s face and watching their body language helps when communicating with them.
N
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luggagelady
February 8, 2013
Sadly, the fancier cell phones have diminished the art of real conversation and distracted many from the present moment. The precious nuances of life and the world go unnoticed… Thanks for sharing such a great piece!!
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Nancy Loderick
February 8, 2013
Hi,
Thanks so much for chiming in with your thoughts about technology and cell phones. The deeper I get into yoga and meditation, the more I have learned to live in the moment.
I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
Nancy
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hittingthesweetspot
February 22, 2013
When I manage time properly on my devices, technology serves me. When I mismanage it, I serve technology. There is no going back, so we have to strive for a life with enough actual human interaction to offset the isolation that can sometimes set in when conducting life in the digital age. Thanks for a thoughtful post.
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Nancy Loderick
February 22, 2013
Hi,
Thanks so much for your comment. Technology is a tool, nothing more and nothing less. When people make it define them and have it overtake their lives, it is useless.
I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
Nancy
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The Eye-Dancers
March 15, 2013
Hi Nancy! I hope you won’t mind being nominated for a blog award.:) I’ve just nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award. Please click here for more info: http://eyedancers.wordpress.com/2013/03/15/two-new-blogging-awards-and-a-very-sincere-thank-you/. Thanks! — Mike
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Nancy Loderick
March 16, 2013
Hi Mike,
Thank you so much for the nomination. I am honored. Later this weekend, I will do all the appropriate things so that I am worthy of this award.
Have a great weekend. Happy St. Patrick’s Day 🙂
Nancy
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