Monthly Archives: May 2011

Technology Provides an Alternative to Love? Not in my world, I think…

Posted on May 30, 2011 by

By my pal Peter Crosby: Must read NYTimes op-ed for social networkers: Jonathan Franzen, a fantastically skilled fiction writer, warns here that tech-enabled social networking breeds a superficial ego safety which may lead directly to trade-offs from real-life, often muddy … Continue reading →

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Exploring alternate realities…

Posted on May 14, 2011 by

My first second life adventure! That’s my alter-ego – a dolphin trainer / capoeira champion. Yes, it’s totally bizarre, but provides really interesting insight into how we interact online and offline. Plus I met a new friend who gave me … Continue reading →

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Intrinsic Rewards & the Path to Happiness

Posted on May 14, 2011 by

I am reading “Reality is Broken,” by Jane McGonigal, self-proclaimed gamer for good.  McGonigal explains how well designed games actually tie into intrinsic reward structures that act as happiness drivers. For instance, the positive emotions, personal strengths, and social connections … Continue reading →

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