Ep 29: Eric Jacobsen - Author Conversation: Three Pieces of Glass: Why We Feel Lonely in a World Mediated by Screens

17/08/2020 31 min
Ep 29: Eric Jacobsen - Author Conversation: Three Pieces of Glass: Why We Feel Lonely in a World Mediated by Screens

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Episode Synopsis

Dana Allin and Eric Jacobsen discuss the importance of creating a culture of belongIng to defend against the feeling of loneliness in our society. They explore how living in a digital world surrounded by screens affects all aspects of our lives. They discuss Eric's book, Three Pieces of Glass and look at how being in the midst of a global pandemic which has increased isolation has changed and added to the ideas Eric discusses in his book. Dana and Eric go into detail about the reasons why screens affect the feeling of being lonely and the unique role the Church plays in decreasing loneliness and creating community.

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