"There is a strong tendency, especially when technologies are new, of change that humans have little power to resist" (baym 24)
" 'connecting with one and all in the electronic ether could leave people more disconnected than ever before, as the necessity of face to face contact diminshes" (Baym 37)
From the Baym article and the youtube video one is able to see the impact that social media has on individuals as well as a community. In the quote taken from page 24 of the Baym article one reads about the lack of resistance one has to new technologies. There is feeling that one needs to connect and conform to society, and if one does not do so then he or she fears being left out of the loop. By not resisting new technologies individuals are becoming more disconnected from reality. They are no longer living life to the fullest rather they are consumed by social media. They are no longer fully enjoying the moment as the youtube clip suggest.
While there are individuals who fear not being connected the individuals who are able to avoid being fully connected and avoid new technology are more connected to reality. They are able to live their life to the fullest and make meaningful truthful and real relationships.Â
In closing, Â I believe that a proper balance is key. One's life should not be consumed by new technology i.e. social media; however, it should be balanced. There is something to say about a face to face encounter. It also is not bad to be update with technology but do let it run your life because it can be destructive.Â
