This is such a deep topic, and I’ve been thinking about it too. Experiencing things by prox is so common now, especially with social media. But I feel like it’s creating this weird disconnect. Like, we *think* we understand things because we see them online, but we’re missing the emotional depth.
For example, watching a documentary about poverty is different from volunteering at a shelter. One is by prox, the other is hands-on. Maybe the key is to use by prox as a starting point, but then take action to really understand?
Also, tools like Google Earth VR can help bridge the gap a bit—like, you can “visit” places by prox but in a more immersive way.
For example, watching a documentary about poverty is different from volunteering at a shelter. One is by prox, the other is hands-on. Maybe the key is to use by prox as a starting point, but then take action to really understand?
Also, tools like Google Earth VR can help bridge the gap a bit—like, you can “visit” places by prox but in a more immersive way.