In the essay ” Liking is for cowards. Go for what hurts. ” by Jonathan Franzen, he talks about the concept between like vs love. I agree with him on the concept of like such as in a technology device compared to that of something you really have an obsession and love for. The difference between like and love short lived compared to love which is something is forever lasting even when your’e no longer on planet earth. The author talked about liking his blackberry phone but when a new device would come out 2 to 3 years after he would be hard pressed to go out in buy the new device. The author seemed so sick of this cycle and realized he did not love his device like he thought he did, searched out for something more meaningful. That something more meaningful (love) was birdwatching. The author states that when your on the path of love you’ll find your true purpose then become fulfilled, simply finding out the true meaning of life. I do not feel concerned about any technology or smart device because I’am in my purpose. I’am doing what I’m set out to do thats why i can limit the distraction that would come along with owning a smart device and/or social media. Also, I feel if a person self reflects and finds a balance in what their doing then theres no issue with anything. Possessing knowledge is key because anyone could know not to fall in love with anything that is or would be temporary plus have no real value unlike giving back from your heart to your community.
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