"In the modern world, though, we're more likely to be gazing at our smartphones than at giant redwoods or a starry sky. And there is concern about the impact of our increasing disconnection from nature, one of the most potent sources of awe."
Spot on.
Unfortunately the concern about the impact of this modern disconnection from Nature is not shared by those who suffer from it the most. The young are continually fed the message that they have now transcended Nature ... even regards a basic property such as gender .. and will be ever so happy if only they upgrade to the next Iphone or technological marvel or super enhanced fortified Rice Bubbles taken with a vitamin pill.
Marketing and "the economy" is King.
Humanity and genuine happiness is "old fashioned".
What rubbish gullible young people are fed and how unfortunate those with actual experience of life feel they are somehow diminished because their 9 yr old grandchild can flick the screen of a smartphone and make something happen. In truth, the child has no more idea of what is going on than the Grand Dad .. he just flicks more quickly.
The criteria for what constitutes genuine Human welfare and living is completely screwed.
Sensible balance has been lost.
