Bonjour,
In our hyper-connected, fast-paced world, we often find ourselves in a race against time. With information flowing faster than a double shot of espresso,☕ it seems we’ve developed a penchant for jumping to conclusions quicker than a cat can knock a glass off the table.
Carl Jung once remarked, “Thinking is difficult, that’s why most people judge.” But what does that mean for us today, and how does it tie into the musings of René Descartes, who famously declared, “I think, therefore I am” “Je pense donc je suis” !
Let’s dive into this philosophical universal quote!
In this age of technology, where smartphones serve as our personal butlers, we’ve been conditioned to expect immediate results. Need to know what’s trending? A quick scroll through social media will do the trick. Looking for answers to life’s big questions? Google it, Chat Gpt or any Ai! Oh la la ! Watch out! Where are we going? 🤖
Already Facebook conditioned us to modify how we react to a story or an article and “Like” it instead of expressing a specific feeling over it, which make us not only lazy thinkers but uniform thinkers, losing our critical thinking and sense of creativity.
Are we aware that we let technology answer our questions based on general data crawled through the internet! This constant stream of information can lead us not only to oversimplified judgments but also make us loose our unique thoughts! We see a headline, skim a post, and Bingo or Eureka !—we’re experts on a topic, often without the nuance or depth that true understanding requires. It’s all about data!
Great! but, what about emotions, human perspectives, circumstances, feelings…
Yes I know, Emotional Ai is around the corner... Can Ai mime our emotional intelligence or our sense of creativity?
Only to a certain point in my humble opinion! 🤔
Let’s face it: the ease of technology can sometimes short-circuit our thought processes. Instead of engaging in thoughtful analysis, we often fall into the trap of snap judgments. It’s like watching a movie trailer and claiming you know the entire plot without watching the full film. Sure, it’s kind of entertaining, but you miss the richness of the story and the whole experience! (Besides disregarding the director's work, and I know what I am talking about.) 🎥
Now, let’s bring in Descartes. When he stated, “I think, therefore I am,” he was emphasizing the importance of thought as the foundation of existence. But if we’re too busy judging rather than thinking, what does that say about our existence? Are we truly “being,” or are we merely reacting to the stimuli around us? If our thoughts are controlled by the media and technology, can we even claim to think for ourselves? Some of us are not even able to have an in-person conversation without checking their device every five second! this behavior is not only very rude but also serves as evidence that we are being controlled by a powerful disruptor of our thoughts.
Imagine a world where we paused before we judged. What if we took a moment to analyze a situation, consider different perspectives, and allow ourselves the luxury of deep thought? It sounds almost revolutionary, doesn’t it? By doing so, we would not only enrich our understanding but also cultivate a sense of empathy and probably improve our relationships. After all, everyone has a story, and often, the judgments we leap to are based on incomplete narratives.
So, let’s challenge ourselves to embrace the difficult process of thinking. Instead of falling into the quicksand of judgment, let’s seek out the deeper waters of understanding. This doesn’t mean we have to abandon technology; we can use it as a tool for exploration rather than a crutch for instant opinions.
Life is too short to miss precious moments and precious human beings! Don’t you think?
So next time you find yourself ready to judge, ask yourself: “Am I thinking, or am I merely reacting?” Because at the end of the day, it’s not just about what we think—it’s about how we think. And that, mes amis, is where the true essence of our being lies. Let’s reclaim our thoughts and, in turn, reclaim our existence over technology! We are human beings after all! Right?
Nous sommes des êtres humains après tout! Non?
Please feel free to share your thoughts below… without looking at your magic device if you can! Lol.
Keep'on smiling, no matter what!
Marielle
PS:To those who are wondering about the sculpture on the photo represents the famous Auguste Rodin sculpture "The Thinker" exhibited at the Musee Rodin, in Paris, France.