Faith:
– Technology has become a part of us
– Technology robs people of their ability to think independently
– It can be helpful because it is work that other people have done
– Technology can make people addicted when it does not provide insightful information
– Distracted people
– Technology, specifically social media, can reel people in by making short videos that require little attention and brain power
– Losing the ability to think freely because we are swayed to what the majority of people have to say
– The algorithm is addicting

Tyler:
– Mentions old methods
– Focuses on inappropriate communication, eating disorders, and physical dangers
– Thesis: technology has unintentionally made a world with more anxiety and automation
– Avoids social interactions by hiding behind technology
– We hide behind technology because we know that it is reliable
– We are scared of uncertainty
– Technology as a tool making life “easier”
– Automation eliminates our minds of thinking freely

Myli:
– Comparing ourselves through technology
– Losing ourselves through things like Tik Tok
– She wants people to feel freedom from social media
– Social media and its impacts on mental and physical health
– We should avoid distracting ourselves and enjoy the moment
– Almost mentions the idea of keystone technology (making other things to build upon the technological world)

Katie:
– Mental health problems like anxiety and depression resulting from technology
– A sense of convenience
– Thesis: even though there are benefits to technology, concerns need to be addressed to reclaim a healthy, balanced lifestyle
– Loss of self when technology is being a pain
– We lack genuine in-person conversations and the ability to form genuine relationships
– “Being on my phone feels like my brain is frozen and it helps me run from thinking”
– Blue light and the brain
– There are outside stressors that can become worse with the addition of technology
– Technology changing the way she thinks and writes
– Distraction as a result of technology
– Balance is key
– Benefits and down sides
– Steering away from using technology too much