Thank you Brian for bringing forward such an important and timely message. We all witnessed the impact that being shut in and forced to engage in virtual communication during Covid had on our emotional well being. Engaging in face-to-face social interaction is so critical for developing an understanding of subtle body language, facial expressions and tone. How could anyone understand the meaning behind the phrase; "it's not what you're saying, but how you're saying it," if they never practiced face-to-face communication?
The message of this piece is so incredibly important; and it was expressed in a way that was clear, engaging, moving, and compelling. In-person interaction truly is a fundamental human need. And when fundamental needs go unmet, there will always be consequences, it’s just a question of how long it takes for those consequences to become apparent, and how extensive the harm will be.
“Face-to-face social connections are not relics of the past; they are vital to our present and future.” This line does such a great job of summing things up, it’s a line to shout from the rooftops. As you point out, modern technologies don’t eliminate innate needs and desires that have existed over millennia.
Thank you Brian for bringing forward such an important and timely message. We all witnessed the impact that being shut in and forced to engage in virtual communication during Covid had on our emotional well being. Engaging in face-to-face social interaction is so critical for developing an understanding of subtle body language, facial expressions and tone. How could anyone understand the meaning behind the phrase; "it's not what you're saying, but how you're saying it," if they never practiced face-to-face communication?
The message of this piece is so incredibly important; and it was expressed in a way that was clear, engaging, moving, and compelling. In-person interaction truly is a fundamental human need. And when fundamental needs go unmet, there will always be consequences, it’s just a question of how long it takes for those consequences to become apparent, and how extensive the harm will be.
“Face-to-face social connections are not relics of the past; they are vital to our present and future.” This line does such a great job of summing things up, it’s a line to shout from the rooftops. As you point out, modern technologies don’t eliminate innate needs and desires that have existed over millennia.