Redeeming Technology, Part 2: Community

The Death of Community via Technology

Technology has drastically changed the way we do friendship and community, resulting in the decline of true community. Social media has made relationships effortless, allowing us to bypass the work and effort needed for meaningful connections. Furthermore, our relationships have become limitless due to the vast number of digital connections available to us. This unlimited access, however, leads to overwhelm and neglect of true relationships. Additionally, our online lives are now narcissistic, as social media platforms encourage self-obsession and the pursuit of attention. The voyeuristic nature of social media leads to envy and judgment, harming genuine community. Lastly, technology has fostered tribalism, reinforcing our tendency to only connect with those who are similar to us, hindering diversity and true unity. As a result of these technological changes, true friendship and community are becoming non-existent, contributing to loneliness, depression, and a public health crisis.