My fishing buddy and I used to spend hours talking about everything and nothing while waiting for bites, but now we're both so focused on techniques and technology that we barely connect. We've turned our peaceful escapes into another thing we're trying to optimize and master.
More people experience this than they realize.
The pursuit of expertise has displaced the contemplative intimacy that was the real gift of time spent together in nature.
“Where Are You with Wilderness and adventure?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.