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Jeff Bezos, like others, has a worldview. A view of the world, or also called worldview, is such a fundamental part of our thinking. As one approaches toward the end of one’s expected life, one finds that it is this view that was guiding him as a person. Jeff Bezos’s … Continue ReadingJeff Bezos’s view of the world and his understanding of the future

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A fascination with wrist watches

Posted on December 4, 2018November 29, 2020By S K Ditta

I remember, as a young boy, this fascination with wristwatches. At the time, there was no deep philosophical reason for it. Watches simply were machines to be fascinated with. The way these were designed; how methodical and systematic was the movement of the hands to show the minutes, hours, and … Continue ReadingA fascination with wrist watches

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The culture of self in societies that appear connected

Posted on June 13, 2018September 12, 2018By S K Ditta

A true community is not just about being geographically close to someone or part of the same social web network. It’s about feeling connected and responsible for what happens. Humanity is our ultimate community, and everyone plays a crucial role. ~ Yehuda Berg It is a particular trait among thinkers … Continue ReadingThe culture of self in societies that appear connected

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Writing – pen to paper or fingers to keyboard – tradition over modernity

Posted on May 21, 2018April 5, 2020By S K Ditta

These days, everyone is a writer. That is what technology has done. From the person who composes a short text message and garnishes it with the perfect emojis, to the one who prepares the agenda for an important board meeting, to the one writing in her own journal, everyone is … Continue ReadingWriting – pen to paper or fingers to keyboard – tradition over modernity

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Does scrolling content on a fixed screen create the mindset of a fleeting existence?

Posted on February 14, 2018November 22, 2020By S K Ditta

It has now become the habit of billions around the world – young and old – to get an understanding of all things through scrolling content. While the screen remains fixed in place at all times and even disappears from consciousness, unless one looks away, there is a hypnotizing of … Continue ReadingDoes scrolling content on a fixed screen create the mindset of a fleeting existence?

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The exclusive focus on physical things will create an imbalance

Posted on February 5, 2018December 24, 2018By S K Ditta

There has been a noticeable insistence on physical things in recent times. It has been very deliberate, systematic, and evident of great intelligence. Who are its proponents is not the most important thing. One could, of course, examine the sayings of modern, atheist thinkers like Sam Harris and Richard Dawkins. … Continue ReadingThe exclusive focus on physical things will create an imbalance

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Finding belief in moderateness in the nuclear age

Posted on February 3, 2018November 22, 2020By S K Ditta

Nuclear technology is not bad in itself. We have understood the sun and the stars, and in a way, have harnessed the same power to a lesser extent. We have controlled fission, and are yet to understand ways to control fusion for peaceful purposes. The insistence on using solar energy to … Continue ReadingFinding belief in moderateness in the nuclear age

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1 – Aadhar – The belief in the possibility of a good, honest society

Posted on January 10, 2018December 20, 2018By S K Ditta

To avoid distraction, I have placed a note in the footer. Please read it first, if you wish, to gain perspective about this presentation. The nature of humans and the nature of government: It would seem that by now we would be absolutely clear about these two matters. As it … Continue Reading1 – Aadhar – The belief in the possibility of a good, honest society

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Becoming the kind of people who have a diversity of interests

Posted on January 6, 2018January 6, 2018By S K Ditta

Technology has affected not only societies but also the individual within them. In particular, the way we search and access information has become very specific. This is not a bad thing. However, it also requires a user of technology to put this knowledge to use. Using information is possible through … Continue ReadingBecoming the kind of people who have a diversity of interests

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Keeping the thrill of technology in proper perspective to regain control in communication

Posted on January 5, 2018January 5, 2018By S K Ditta

People seek thrill. To fulfill that pursuit they look for adventure. We all happen to be in a world right now where the next adventure is as close as our mobile phone. When connected to the Internet, the whole world is open before us. There are the possibility and prospect … Continue ReadingKeeping the thrill of technology in proper perspective to regain control in communication

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How can the youth protect themselves from addiction to technology?

Posted on January 4, 2018January 5, 2018By S K Ditta

It has been with every generation, especially in the past 100 years that addiction to technology has been a very real possibility. Since the start of the industrial revolution, the speed of change has been tremendous. Dependence on machines and development in technology has gone hand-in-hand. The younger ones, more … Continue ReadingHow can the youth protect themselves from addiction to technology?

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Making the link between technology, culture, and youth – Arianna Huffington on Thrive Global

Posted on January 2, 2018By S K Ditta

Come join me to discuss, debate and ask questions, kickstarting this urgently-needed conversation to ensure that 2018 is the year when we put technology in its right place and take back control of our lives. Source: An Open Letter From Arianna Huffington to India on our Relationship with Technology | … Continue ReadingMaking the link between technology, culture, and youth – Arianna Huffington on Thrive Global

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