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Isolation, Neglect, and Apathy in Society
I haven't wanted to leave the house lately. I think about reclusive personalities that I've read about (like Emily Dickinson) and seen in movies (like Helen Hudson played by Sigourney Weaver in Copycat) and I wonder if my attitude is "normal" or "crazy" or "typical" considering what everybody has seen and heard this past decade. I don't believe that isolation is a "normal" human behavior or that it is good for us, yet it seems to me that the whole construct of the city (not saying that rural areas are any better) is set up to promote isolation, neglect, and apathy. I find it distressing as I approach my elder years having already qualified for retirment a bit early, knowing that the "good times" or "glory days" of my past are extinct. The young people today have a totally different attitude and outlook on what fun is, what success is, and what family is. The old values have been replaced by new technology, new ideology, and new ethics. Sociology was supposed to teach me and citizens how to get along with others in various settings, but even with my age, experience, and education, I'm discovering over and over again that there is no way to learn what Sociology promised to teach. It makes me refer to a character in the movie "Shawshank Redemption" ---- Brooks. He had been "institutionalized" meaning after he received his life sentence to prison, he never considered that he would be set free. So when they released him as a very old man, and he saw the world again after all those years away from it, it was not only shocking, but too "fast" and too "different" for him to adapt to. This is happening to me and others, not because we don't know what adapting is and not because we are lazy or unable to try something new, but simply because the skills required (like cell phones, apps, gps, etcetera) are not created with elders in mind. These new modern inventions were created soley for the next generation --- those who have perfect vision, perfect hearing, and perfect health. So the rest of us who have survived the "wars" of life and have any disabilities not only have to endure the civilization with our handicaps, but we also have to tolerate the fact that the younger and healthier folks get additional benefits simply because technology is on their side, invented for them, not for the elders who need help more than they do.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman3 years ago in The Swamp
Bastard: A Gripping Psychological Webtoon of Moral Dilemmas, Twisted Secrets, and the Fragile Nature of Sanity
"Bastard" is a captivating psychological webtoon that delves deep into the darkest recesses of the human mind, leaving readers spellbound with its richly descriptive storytelling and visually stunning artwork. Authored by Carnby Kim and artistically brought to life by Youngchan Hwang, this webtoon immerses readers in a world where morality becomes a tangled web and the line between good and evil blurs.
By Lomat Al Noor 3 years ago in The Swamp
Artificial Intelligence in Customer Service.
Introduction: Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed various industries, and one area where its impact is particularly notable is customer service. By leveraging AI technologies, businesses are revolutionizing the way they interact with customers, providing efficient and personalized experiences. In this article, we explore the realm of AI in customer service, uncovering its benefits, real-life examples, and how it enhances the overall user experience. Join us as we delve into the world of AI-powered customer service and discover how it is reshaping the landscape of customer support.
By Ogunwusi Adedapo Kolawole3 years ago in The Swamp
Can Peter Obi Make History?
The former Governor of Anambra State is known to be one of the first persons in the Nigerian system who has successfully used the court to reclaim his rightful mandate stolen by some "powerful" personalities in the society in the previous election which he partook in. In April 2022, he left the People's Democractic party for the Labour party where he contested in the primary election of the latter party and won as the party's presidential candidate. It was widely viewed by his opponents that he wouldn't make much difference in the election as he would barely get votes in the election as most of his loyalists are few young persons who are allegedly relating majorly in a room and on twitter; they are regarded as completely inconsequential in changing the narrative of the election.
By Oluwasegun Samuel Owolabi3 years ago in The Swamp
