On this day in 1962, Telstar 1, the first communications satellite to transmit live television signals and telephone conversations across the Atlantic Ocean, was launched. This ushered the world into a new age in electronic communications. This evidences man’s strong desire to stay in touch.
Over the years, telecommunication technology has advanced so tremendously that people who are thousands of miles apart can easily establish contact and share information.
Paradoxically, as we progress technologically, we seem to lose the deep connection with the people closest to us. According to the Cross River Therapy, more than half of Americans report feeling lonely. Also, about 3 out of every 5 Americans feel like no one knows them well.
This should not surprise us. In our day, it is normal to find members of a family at the dining table spending more time on their phones than with each other. Commuters in the same lane of seats in a bus or train will hardly communicate on a personal level. Colleagues at work will rather jump on their phones at the slightest leisure instead of walking to the next desk to say, “Hi, how’s your day going?” Even after church, most people are more likely to rush out of the premises as soon as they can without trying to connect with anyone. This is the sad development in our world today.
As we enjoy the blessings of technology, let us also make a conscious effort to deepen our connection and have a more meaningful relationship with the people around us.
“How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1)
Remain inspired!
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