The Indoor Generation Grows

One of the most interesting things about our culture these days is how fast everything is changing, without us paying a ton of attention to it. I was reading this article today, and I wish I could remember where it was so I could refer back to it, but it was obviously an article about technology, but one part mentions how with all of this new cool stuff coming out, we’re spawning an indoor generation.

Now I couldn’t agree more with what the guy is saying, because I could be a prime example. But in all honesty, there are sites out there (Facebook, MySpace, YouTube, etc.) where it is way too easy to get sucked into countless hours of browsing, if you will. Would you agree? As far as my habits are concerned, computers are getting better, video games are getting better, more channels are becoming available in high def, and the list goes on and on.

Aside from that, the internet is growing tremendously, so more services are becoming available so that you don’t even have to leave your home. Hell, I’m at the forefront of this. I pay all of my bills online, my job essentially consists of being on the computer, so I could work from home if I was allowed. My main line of communication is through email, and is probably the best way for someone to get in touch with me since I’m always at my computer. The list could go on and on.

I can’t exactly say if this whole ‘indoor’ generation is a good thing, because lots of these luxuries are pretty convenient and beneficial, but I also think it subconsciously does something to us……..well depending on the person. The more people stay inside, the more your interpersonal skills [could] slip, which definitely is not a good thing. No these indoor luxuries won’t go anywhere, but neither will the need to know how to deal with people face to face.

Though I love my technology, there are some situations where I just need to be face to face with someone. If I have get clients for business, I find it essential that I meet them face to face. I am not a fan of phone interviews either, rather I like to read people’s body/face language, and give them the chance to read mine. So in some cases, there is no way I want to rely on technology, and those are pretty important instances.

So yeah, all the new toys and sites coming out are cool as hell, but I think the more of those that come out, the longer we spend inside. That’s why I am glad that I work out and get out of house. It’s refreshing being able to step away from those things sometimes. I guess that’s all I got……just something that crossed my mind.

peace