Post Class Habermas 9/26/10

During class on Thursday, September 23rd we ended with the quote " Hyperstimulated senstivity" (page 101). Our generation has become super visual and in need for the bigger better faster. We really have a difficult time disconnecting from our electronics. Most people in the 21st century cannot go a full day without some kind of media. Using their phones, computers, televisions or radios. People all around the world are connected to their cell phones at all times. It is even known as irresponsible to not have a cell phone with you at all times, you are not even really allowed to disconnect. It is sad to see that kids in this generation are also "hyperstimulated senstivity". Children rarely go outside and use their imaginiations to play. This excessive use of media could have a downside to children's own creative thought, communication skills, and the idea of relaxation. When does our generation get outside the idea of "desire" to stop the constant stimulation? I have no real resolution to this question, i have no idea what it is going to take to stop this consumer and wanting world we live in.

I can honestly say that in my own experience with media and technology, i love the feeling of disconnect with my cell phone. i really hate the burden of always texting, always having my phone on me or just having this feeling of something attached to me. Every person should have a couple days to disconnect from their phones and not have to worry. Just relax and not feel a pressure to text, email, facebook, etc. If our society starts to do this system of disconnect, maybe everyone will be able to relax a little more.