It’s a question with many answers both good, bad and indifferent. Digital media is both shrinking our world and widening the gap on many levels. It’s interesting that I have more friends in other countries that I talk to on a regular basis than I do the neighbors in my local community. Why is that?
Could it be that it’s because the internet has become our community? Is it a bad thing? Good thing? Does it matter?
The word “community” is derived from the Latin word “communio”, which means “to share in common”. So, is it a bad thing that I just don’t have that much in common with my neighbors and do so more with a friend in London or a friend in Austin. Is digital technology having a disruptive or productive influence on our lives? Or, is it just an evolutionary shift in our world?
Whatever the case, there is no wrong or right answer but there is cause and effect. How we choose to adapt to the shift will inherently effect our circle of influence today and generations to come.
If you can, take some time to watch this speech at Chautauqua with Fred Ritchin and consider his message.
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