The Age Of
Technology
Everyday new and innovative technology is being produced, always
wondering what is the next best thing. Technology of this day and age has
helped transform this world into a more developed and tech savvy universe.
However, with the social media buzz some are unsure if technology is bringing
us in the right direction.
Many of us have a cell phone, and iPod, a computer, etc. and most of us
don’t realize how dependent we are on all of these pieces of technology. I think
that it is okay that we have all of these wonderful technologies but we should
know when to put down the cell phone and pick up our heads and speak
directly. When having all of these forms of technology we then get submerged
into the depths of social media. Since there are so many different sites that
connect us with the outside world through our devices we have to be careful
with how much time we a lot to each site.
One day, when I was overwhelmed and tired of the antics I was seeing
on social media, I decided to deactivate all of my accounts. I started with
Facebook and worked my way to Instagram and Twitter, the three most
popular sites that I personally use. My boyfriend texted me and said why I
broke up with him on Facebook, I laughed because since I deactivated my
Facebook it no longer showed that were in a relationship. How sad is that?
That we establish our personal relationships through a form of technology and
social media? It felt weird to not constantly check my phone for the latest
updates on the outside world, but in contrast, it felt amazing. It felt amazing to
be detached from society and to just focus on myself and not worry about
everyone and their “problems”.
So next time you feel stressed or you want to focus more on yourself,
just hit that little deactivate button and you will begin to see a side of yourself
that you never have before.
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