📝📜Daily Journal Prompt #16

Austin Snow -

Subject: Technology VS Reality


Dear Friends,

Hey there 👋

Today's journal prompt is inspired by the thrilling and in my opinion one of the most well written books of all time, "Ready Player One" by Ernest Cline. The book is set in a dystopian future where the majority of the world's population escapes their harsh reality by immersing themselves in a virtual world called the OASIS.

As I read this novel, I could not help but notice the parallels between the OASIS and our own modern-day obsession with technology and social media. The book forces us to consider how much time we spend plugged in, and whether we're truly living life to the fullest or just going through the motions.

In "Ready Player One," the protagonist Wade Watts embarks on a quest to find a hidden Easter egg within the OASIS that will give him control of the virtual world and a vast fortune in the real world. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and perseverance.

So, for today's journal prompt, I'll ask you to reflect on your own personal journey. Consider what it means to you to truly live life to the fullest. Think about the people and experiences that have shaped you into the person you are today and how you maintain your relationship with technology, social media and all of your real life relationships.

Here are some thought-provoking questions to get you started:

  • What motivates you to pursue your goals?
  • How have your past experiences shaped your current worldview?
  • Who are the people in your life that bring you joy and fulfillment?
  • How do you balance your use of technology with your need for real-world experiences?

As you journal, keep in mind the words of Ernest Cline: "Reality is the only thing that's real." Use this prompt as an opportunity to reflect on what truly matters to you and what steps you can take to live a more fulfilling life.

I hope this journal entry can help inspire you to think differently about developing your real life relationships and spend a little more time unplugged from our own "OASIS."

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Wishing you all the best,

Until Next Time,

Your Friend, Austin 👋✌