Connected, but alone?
Authentic, attuned relationship is a huge focus of mine both personally and in my therapy practice. There is a lot of research supporting the importance of relationship as a healing factor. In this video, psychologist and sociologist Sherry Turkle who has been studying how technology changes not only what we do but who we are discusses the impact of technology on our lives. Some highlight quotes to tempt your curiosity:
“We expect more from technology and less from each other.”
“Technology appeals to us most where we are most vulnerable.”
“We are lonely, but we are afraid of intimacy.”
“From social networks to sociable robots we are designing technologies that give us the illusion of companionship without the demands of friendship. We turn to technology to help us feel connected in ways we can comfortably control.”
Relationships are hard, and messy, and we often don’t know what to say. Communicating only through technology gives us time to present our best self, craft the perfect message, but we miss each other in our authenticity. Despite being more connected than ever, I talk to more people than ever reporting feeling alone.
Watch this for a few reasons why:
Sherry Turkle: Connected, but alone?
And then let’s talk about how to get more authentically connected to yourself and others.
What do you think? Better yet, what do you feel? What do you experience? Let’s continue the conversation! You can find me at www.innerlifeadventures.com or email [email protected]. Want to meet? Here’s how.
Chuck Hancock, M.Ed, LPC is a National Certified Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Registered Psychotherapist in the state of CO. He has completed comprehensive training in the Hakomi Method of Experiential Psychotherapy, a mindfulness mind-body centered approach. Chuck guides individuals and groups in self-exploration providing them with insight and tools for change. He also incorporates nature as a therapy tool to help shift perspective and inspire new patterns.