I once heard that if you aren’t dead you need to learn how to use it! This was referring to technology like Zoom, Smart phones, computer skills and Apps.
What happens if I don’t learn to use technology? Will I be left behind and the new generations, who have grown up more and more using them, may not feel able to relate to me? So, I could lose the chance to share my experience, strength, and hope!
If I stay in the mindset that God will bring them to me, or they have to accept me the way I am, will I lose that joy in sharing, using these new venues that are available in this age? If I don’t want people to only meet up on Zoom, I can still invite someone out to coffee, or lunch, give them a call, or text. OA can integrate Zoom and face to face by offering in person events, doing short 5 minute technology learning tips moments in newsletters and online, and by accepting life on life’s terms. I believe online meetings are here to stay and have made it a point to embrace the now!
– Yvonne C.