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The Threat of Noise and Advertisements in Modern Society
In the midst of the noise-filled modern world, Cardinal Robert Sarah highlights the destructive power of noise and its impact on our freedom and inner emptiness. He compares noise to a deceptive drug that provides temporary reassurance but ultimately prevents self-reflection. Noise has been a longstanding issue, as noted by Henry Nowins in 1981, who described the overwhelming presence of advertising in Los Angeles. However, with the rise of smartphones and the internet, the noise of modern culture has intensified. The average person spends hours on their phone, and technology is designed to distract and addict us. This digital age not only makes us miserable but also affects our character.