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it seems like you’re blaming all of societies problems on technology. surely there must be more to it than that, right? the lack of fitness for example may be due to increasing grocery costs, the rise of fast food, the cost of living crises, and/or many other economical/sociological factors.
i just really don’t understand your argument here. you’re conflating the concept of “privacy” (the original topic of the conversation) with “all of our gadgets” and the effects of those gadgets. i don’t see anything in your comment that’s related to privacy.
and do you honestly think you’ll find more meaning by living in the woods? if so, why haven’t you done it?
We are talking about technology, and privacy. And I'm answering your questions. I'm no one special, and I don't have all the answers. Just because you and I are talking about this specific topic doesn't mean that's all I care about. Respectfully, what a silly thing to say.
Again, I'm no one special. But I that's exactly what I'm doing. Because I wouldn't offer any advice that I myself wouldn't be willing to follow. We sold our property in the city and purchased acreage on the countryside, are raising animals, and planting a garden this year. It's great. Humanity needs more experiences like this that are in harmony with nature and natural living, and less in the dull, gray brutalist, dehumanizing cityscapes we've created.
Right. Because there's nothing inherently wrong with gadgets. But our modern gadgets are purpose-built to be addictive, monopolize our attention and time, and invade our privacy. I believe these are all interrelated.