"Other Nations"

 Recently I watched a TV programme about developments in virtual reality. It talked about “creating memories of experiences even though they are not real”. This was said as if it's a good thing, but the idea does not appeal to me. I prefer sharing experiences with my dogs. Computer technology has been seamlessly integrated into our lives. It might feature hugely in your life. If you enjoy it and it is of no detriment to other parts of your life, then why not. But what if it has a negative effect on you at times? What if you get involved in online conflicts 1  on social media and come away feeling demoralised? Or, what if, like me, you sometimes become overwhelmed with all the information 2 ? Closing it all down for a while is always an option. Ursula Linton Notes For expert insights into the psychology of social media and advice on how to deal with online conflict, there is a great webinar by Michał Pręgowski, PhD called: “Beyond Proving Them Wrong: How to Navigate Online