While I was setting it up for the first time I realised how much we as Humans have come to rely on our technologies to the point of obsession. I am in no way advocating for the development of a tech-free society, I am merely pointing out an interesting aspect of modern Human nature.
Ever since our ancestors discovered what power we possess in these hands, the rapid advancement of our technological endeavors has lead to the creation of the most awe-inspirng structures and products imaginable. In fact, you're reading this blog on one of those amazing gadgets right now. It certainly is a wonderful world we live in. A world designed and created by the most brilliant minds of our great species. And this is by no means the peak of our technological genius. In recent years we have witnessed a mind-blowing increase in technological output. The advent of the Smart phone is clear evidence of this. A mobile device with such innovative features that you can hardly call it a phone anymore. It has become a miniature pocket computer which you can also use to make and receive calls.
Our society is advancing so quickly that I become dizzy when I walk around shopping malls and see these crazy, bordering on ridiculous, inventions scattered in every direction. It makes me think of how my parents had to adjust, quite reluctantly I might add, to the introduction of CDs, DVDs, PCs, etc. I remember when my dad refused to let go of his LPs and give in to the evil invading compact disc, but eventually he did. I never thought that I would ever reach that point in my life because, growing up in the 80s and 90s, I figured I would just move with the advancing wave of technology. But these days it seems that such a notion is becoming more and more difficult. I mean, just go down to your local mobile phone outlet right now and buy yourself the latest smart phone on offer, I guarantee that if you go back tomorrow that very device will be old news and a newer more advanced device will be all the rage.
But have to love technology. Just look at how easy it has made our lives. If your are reading this then you cannot feel anything but appreciation for the way it has made our interaction possible. Even if you dont own a computer or a smart phone or an iPod, everything else in our technosphere is a testament to the Human sense of curiosity. Our insatiable desire to know, our will to do better is the reason we are the dominant species on this beautiful planet called Earth. Now we just have to start respecting and working with her instead of against her. Oh well, let me go explore and discover my notebook some more.
