Beware of symptom of FOMO

Interesting information it is, Madam. Just wondering why one should be worried so much about feeling left out in virtual world. But it gives an identity which they think reflects them like an icon.

Thankfully, I am addicted only to a few and IL is one of those, where I visit and post frequently. But I don't feel missed out if I can't access it. Thanks. -rgs

 

well nowadays most of the youngesters are digitally connected through cell phones, cameras, ipads, laptops. well i guess life is going the digital way. some may disconnect, others may fall in FOMO trap, some others will come out utimately and use it carefully. call it the darwins theory of modern age. everyone has to go through it and adapt to his/her life. how depends on their individuality

 

Dear PS mam,

nope no FOMO yet! I have learnt that I can stay with out this virtual world easily. The times I feel drawn are the times when I am bored, then I am incessantly surfing. And no that does not include IL and mail accounts - every day i spend some time on these by choice and don't surf more after that. As for living in the virtual world while travelling, a big no no for I have the FOMO there - fear of missing out on what the place has to offer

 

My dear Puahpavalli,

You are absolutely right as this addiction has captured the youngster already and gradually spreading over to next generation as well.It is always a good idea not to get hooked up to anything whatsoever.

Love,
Bhavna

 

Dear Mam,

Keeping in touch with the virtual world has its own advantages. But today's youngsters should know their limits.

Lakshmi.

 

Pushpavalli
In real life I have yet to meet a woman who does not walk around without cellphone! It is always only a hand feet away and then based on who calls they decide whether to take it or not.
Even here you should have clearly said missing out on the digital world is not just for internet usage but also includes cell phone usage.
There is now no use of telling beware of the symptom FOMO as it has already overtaken our world.
More than youngsters , Also I find more old age people , that is people above the age of 40, who walk around with cell phones or drive with cell phones glued to their ears.
Also blogging sites are filled with old age that is 40 plus people hogging the site. In my opinion its not the youngters we need to worry about but the old people.
But its also a good thing for older people to stay connected via internet or cell phone or sms. In a way technology is a good thing too.

 

Dear Madam,

Addiction to anything is not good.

Cell phones, computors, internet....should be used for convenience (especially cell phones) but not for talking while driving or crossing the road or endless SMS. Generally young people do it more....they should be weaned. becuase time is very valuable for them...this endless chatter does not lead them anywhere, except filling the brain with junk and it is dangerous to do it while driving. So many sites on PCs which youngsters waste their time which can be used in a more meaningful way.
Seniors are not addicted....even if no harm. They do not have many people with whom they chat endlessly either on internet on mobiles. Who wants to speak with a senior except asking how are you? Internet is a time pass for them. I have an uncle who is old....health problems, limitations in going out.His son bought him a computor and tauaght his some basics. He spends a lot of time oHe listens to may discourses, youtube songs, old movies. He is no more lonely when everyone goes to work. Laptop is his companion. His family members are busy with their own chores and busy life. For such people it is o.k. But not for youth.

Thank you for a thought provoking one.

Syamala