Current Thoughts

Episode 4: Is Technology Making Us Smarter or Lazier?

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Episode Title: Is Technology Making Us Smarter or Lazier?Published: 2/5/2025

Episode Summary:

Welcome back to Current Thoughts! Today, J and D dive into a question that affects all of us: Is technology making us smarter, or is it making us lazier? Technology is everywhere—helping us learn, problem-solve, and connect. But has all this convenience made us too dependent? Let’s break it down!

Topics Covered:

  • The ways technology has improved intelligence and problem-solving
  • The downside—are we relying too much on tech for simple tasks?
  • Information overload: Are we consuming or actually thinking?
  • How technology is changing social interaction and communication
  • Finding balance—using tech as a tool for growth instead of a crutch

    • Key Takeaways:

    • Access to knowledge doesn’t automatically make us smarter—it’s how we use it.
    • Over-reliance on technology can weaken critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
    • Social media connects us, but it can also make us feel more isolated.
    • Setting boundaries with technology helps maintain focus, memory, and real-life skills.

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