Grief can be overwhelming, as evidenced by a personal experience following a father's sudden death. In the aftermath, distraction through smartphones became a relief for a grieving family, highlighting the addictive nature of technology. The tech industry, often criticized for various reasons, employs a diverse workforce who may find themselves in the field due to practical needs rather than passion. Furthermore, the rise of digital technology contributes to increased loneliness in society, suggesting that the narrative of tech in literature is essential for understanding these significant shifts in emotional and social dynamics.
The tech industry can be easy to hate—the erratic CEOs, the biased algorithms, the environmental damage. But beneath all of that is a gigantic, diverse workforce of people who found themselves working in the field.
I was scrolling Instagram, looking at other, happier people. Suddenly, the house was silent. No one was crying. I looked up and realized that all three of us were on our phones.
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