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Rescuing Social Change From The Cult Of Technology

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In his groundbreaking new book, Rescuing Social Change From The Cult Of Technology, acclaimed author and social activist David Bornstein argues that our obsession with technology is undermining our ability to create meaningful social change. Technology, he contends, has become a substitute for human connection, empathy, and compassion, and it is leading us down a dangerous path.

Bornstein draws on his decades of experience working with social change organizations around the world to offer a compelling and provocative critique of the cult of technology. He shows how technology has become a distraction from the real work of social change, which is about building relationships, understanding the needs of communities, and taking collective action.

Bornstein argues that we need to reclaim the heart, revive the soul, and renew the world. He offers practical advice on how we can do this, including:

Geek Heresy: Rescuing Social Change from the Cult of Technology

by Kentaro Toyama

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Reconnecting with our humanity. Technology has made it easier than ever to stay connected with people, but it has also made it easier to disconnect from our own humanity. We need to make time for face-to-face interactions, for listening to stories, and for building relationships.
Developing empathy and compassion. Technology can help us to see the world from different perspectives, but it can also make us more isolated and less empathetic. We need to practice empathy and compassion in our everyday lives, by reaching out to those who are different from us and by understanding their experiences.
Taking collective action. Technology can help us to organize and mobilize people, but it can also make us less likely to take action. We need to move beyond online activism and get involved in our communities, by volunteering, donating to charities, and running for office.

Rescuing Social Change From The Cult Of Technology is a must-read for anyone who is concerned about the future of social change. Bornstein offers a powerful and persuasive critique of the cult of technology, and he provides practical advice on how we can reclaim the heart, revive the soul, and renew the world.

Praise for Rescuing Social Change From The Cult Of Technology:

"David Bornstein has written a powerful and important book. Rescuing Social Change From The Cult Of Technology is a must-read for anyone who is concerned about the future of our society." - Arianna Huffington

"Bornstein's book is a wake-up call. He shows us how technology is undermining our ability to create real social change, and he offers practical advice on how we can reclaim the heart, revive the soul, and renew the world." - Desmond Tutu

"A brilliant and essential book. Bornstein offers a powerful critique of the cult of technology and shows us how we can use technology for good." - Bill McKibben

About David Bornstein:

David Bornstein is a social activist, journalist, and author. He is the co-founder of the Solutions Journalism Network and the author of several books, including The Price of a Dream: The Story of the Grameen Bank, which won the George Polk Award for Book Reporting. Bornstein is a frequent contributor to The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Atlantic.

Geek Heresy: Rescuing Social Change from the Cult of Technology

by Kentaro Toyama

4.2 out of 5