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The Art of Manliness

The Unspoken Consequences of Adopting Technology

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Technology is often adopted quickly without considering its implications. It promises new abilities and the avoidance of unpleasant tasks, but fails to mention what will be lost or the new tasks that will be required. Technology is coercive and demands certain behaviors. In contrast, tools were introduced gradually, allowing societies to reflect on their adoption. An example is the smartphone, which promises convenience but also creates a dependence on it for simple tasks like checking soccer practice schedules.

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