The Veritas Forum Hey Siri, How Do I Find Myself? A Conversation on Spirituality & Technology | Haidt & Crouch
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Oct 17, 2024 
Jonathan Haidt, a social psychologist from NYU and author of 'The Anxious Generation,' joins Andy Crouch, a partner for theology and culture at Praxis Labs and author of 'The Life We’re Looking For,' for a captivating discussion on technology's impact on spirituality and self-identity. They delve into how smartphones alter our sense of self and challenge genuine connections, especially in youth. The conversation also highlights the importance of sacrifice, community, and regaining control over attention to enhance personal flourishing in a tech-driven world.
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Why Modern Life Feels Diseased
- Modern society, despite technological advancements, feels diseased.
- It's not designed for our true nature: heart, soul, mind, and strength, all intended for love.
The Phone-Based Self
- There's a third kind of self emerging: the phone-based self.
- This self is developed through fragmented online interactions, leading to anxiety and a distorted sense of self-worth.
Play-Based vs. Phone-Based Childhood
- Play-based childhood was essential for brain development, risk-taking, and self-regulation.
- The shift to phone-based childhood around 2010-2012 disrupted this crucial developmental stage.