Are we too reliant on technology

I’ve been thinking about how much we depend on our devices for everything, from navigation to communication. Just last week, I couldn’t find my way home when my GPS went down. Are we becoming too helpless without our gadgets?

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It’s true, we can feel a bit lost without our gadgets — like trying to find your way in a maze with no map. Maybe it’s worth practicing navigation the old-fashioned way sometimes; that way, if our devices fail us, we won’t be completely stranded. Got any tips for tech-free days?

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I get what you mean, @hewe515 — it’s like being a baby bird who can’t fly without GPS. Maybe we should all try a ‘no-tech day’ once in a while — anyone up for it?

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