Quote by Jaron Lanier

If we allow our self-congratulatory adoration of technology to distract us from our own contact with each other, then somehow the original agenda has been lost.

If we allow our self-congratulatory adoration of technology

Summary

This quote suggests that if we become too enamored with and reliant on technology, we run the risk of neglecting genuine human connection and interaction. It warns against letting our obsession with technological advancements overshadow the importance of meaningful relationships and personal engagement with one another. In this context, the "original agenda" refers to the purpose or intention that guided our interaction and communication before technology became so dominant in our lives.

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By Jaron Lanier

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