I find it really interesting that with the influx of technology people reveal their thoughts in such different ways than they would have just a decade ago. The reality is that I'm writing on a blog instead of writing a letter or talking to someone. What I really wonder about is why people are so much more open and vulnerable in technological ways, but much rarely face to face. Here's a good example:

This a vlog (video blog) that Natalie (the girl in the video) puts about once a week. Reminds me more of a one-on-one conversation than just a simple monologue over the internet.

Or this:

We want to know someone important. And a person's house is only usually for those who are allowed in. So is this video a way of creating a false relationship with a celebrity?

Or this:


Its just weird to see people using technology as a replacement for relationships. We desire honesty so much but seeking it out can be dangerous in real life. Our pride is too valuable to let our guards down and deep down we're just not that sure of ourselves. We don't want to take that risk, but still have a desire for that void to be filled. Now one enters Facebook, movies, and television that can give a false sense of intimacy with other people. I'm not saying technology is bad just that too often it's used to replace a need that is supposed to come from real people.