Hello ,
A (2013) article in The Wall Street Journal explored the new wave of gadgets that will remind, cajole, pressure, threaten, judge, and nag us about what we're supposed to do and how to punish ourselves when we fall short.
For instance, a new smart-utensil called the HAPIfork measures how fast you eat while it prods you to slow down and chew.
A company called Automatic offers a device that will chirp when a driver speeds, slams on the brakes, or does other things behind the wheel that your mother wouldn't like.
For $50 you can buy a toothbrush that wirelessly tells a phone app how often and how long you brush your teeth. The phone app sends the user rewards and punishments based on brushing behavior.
A webcam software program called PostureTrack will catch you slouching, and a website called Beeminder will tally fines for undesirable behaviors like not flossing or staying up too late.
One device user said that the digital nagging can "kind of run your life." Another user said, "It's now possible to have a device in the background of your life recording everything you do."
"Come unto me, all you that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28
Life can feel like one annoying thing after another, but praise God we have a place of rest and refuge in our relationship with Jesus Christ! He will never nag, threaten, or pressure us into serving Him. It's totally voluntary, and it will spring from a relationship that is loving, kind, and beautiful.
Have a great day and God bless!
Pastor Mike / The Open Word
