Rethinking the “New Way of Living” – Are We Really Moving Forward?
Over the past few years, there has been a lot of noise around the so-called “new way of living”, one that promises speed, efficiency, and a better life powered by technology. On the surface, it sounds promising: faster services, remote work flexibility, innovative tools, and a connected world. But in reality, many of us are experiencing quite the opposite. Instead of better services, things have become slower. Instead of a greater connection, many feel isolated. The reality on the ground doesn’t always match the hype. Despite advancements in technology, basic services are often delayed or missing altogether, and working professionals seem increasingly disengaged. It seems that, in the rush to digitize and “modernize,” we may have lost some of the fundamental values that kept systems working well in the past: reliability, genuine human service, accountability, and meaningful work. We need to stop pretending that every change is progress. Many large tech platforms and service pro...