You’re so good at tackling popular topics in your own idiosyncratic and philosophical manner, I just adore it. Also I was just thinking today how even without my phone, my mind pulls me from experiencing the pure moment, but the difference is that without my phone, I’m aware of my distance from the present, but when I’m on my phone I’d never notice.
Thank you very much for the kind words, Trilety. I really appreciate it. You make an interesting point—"without my phone, I’m aware of my distance from the present"—about how the 'default' state for most people has shifted too.
Just today I published an essay titled, "When Did It All Get So Complicated," so I'm afraid I'm guilty of pining about the simpler past and complaining about today's distracting technology. But there is an upside. I enjoy street photography, capturing candid moments of life. And because most everyone is staring at their smart phones these days, it's easier than ever to snap photos without being noticed.
Thank you for the comment, John. I enjoyed your essay, and I do like the challenge to create more than you consume, which part of me wants to apply to both art and interactions in life. Perhaps that's a longterm campaign, but it does seem like a good use of our time.
You’re so good at tackling popular topics in your own idiosyncratic and philosophical manner, I just adore it. Also I was just thinking today how even without my phone, my mind pulls me from experiencing the pure moment, but the difference is that without my phone, I’m aware of my distance from the present, but when I’m on my phone I’d never notice.
Thank you very much for the kind words, Trilety. I really appreciate it. You make an interesting point—"without my phone, I’m aware of my distance from the present"—about how the 'default' state for most people has shifted too.
Just today I published an essay titled, "When Did It All Get So Complicated," so I'm afraid I'm guilty of pining about the simpler past and complaining about today's distracting technology. But there is an upside. I enjoy street photography, capturing candid moments of life. And because most everyone is staring at their smart phones these days, it's easier than ever to snap photos without being noticed.
Thank you for the comment, John. I enjoyed your essay, and I do like the challenge to create more than you consume, which part of me wants to apply to both art and interactions in life. Perhaps that's a longterm campaign, but it does seem like a good use of our time.