"With the advent of myriad new modes of social networking, communication has become easier and more instantaneous than ever. It is a great gift to have the means to rekindle old friendships, draw together distant family members, share information, etc. It is no secret, though, that in many cases the quality of conversation has declined. One need only think of the last conversation in which one's interlocutor was giving half of his attention to multiple text messages. This is not to condemn new forms of social media in themselves; they can be used very effectively for any number of constructive projects. Yet, one must ask how these modes of communication can suitably complement human life as an integral whole."
In a recent commentary, Brother Gregory Maria Pine, O.P., reflected on ways to improve the quality of communication, especially in this age of widespread use of social communication.
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Dominicana: Genuine Encounter (15 FEB 12)
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