DIGITAL LIFE: how technology shapes our relationships and routines
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https://doi.org/10.18764/2236-4099v14n35.2024.8Keywords:
Hyperconnectivity, Digital technology, Social interactions, Digital addiction, Well-beingAbstract
The article analyzes the impacts of digital technology on everyday life, exploring both the benefits and challenges of hyperconnectivity. With the expansion of digital tools, there is a growing dependence on devices and social networks, which change the ways we interact, work, and manage our time. The article discusses the concept of hyperconnectivity and its effects on mental health, highlighting the need for strategies for its balanced use. It then focuses on social interactions, addressing how technology facilitates the maintenance of long-distance relationships and brings people with common interests closer together. However, it also reflects on the paradox of “digital loneliness,” in which online connection can generate isolation in face-to-face interactions and increase feelings of loneliness. It also examines the impact of technology on daily routines, including the benefits of productivity and convenience, but also the challenges posed by digital distraction and procrastination. The article concludes that, in order to fully enjoy the advantages of technology without compromising well-being, it is essential to adopt conscious practices and healthy limits in digital use. Strategies such as digital minimalism and moments of disconnection are essential to preserve the quality of interpersonal relationships and mental health. With this approach, it is hoped that individuals can balance technology in their lives, using it as a tool for growth and connection without becoming overly dependent.
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