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A Special Place in Hell

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Shared Attention and Presence in Public Spaces

This chapter discusses the importance of shared experiences and being fully present in the moment. The speaker reflects on the decline of engagement with books and conversations in public spaces due to people being constantly glued to their phones. They express their dislike for excessive documenting and posing for photos, preferring candid shots and meaningful memories.

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