JOMO sans FOMO : Comment garder sa curiosité dans une mer d'informations croissantes | Barbara Krieger | TEDxBasel

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Hyper-connectivity: A Mass Phenomenon
   1. The Temptation to Stay Connected
   2. The Strong Key: Our Smartphones
3. Curiosity: A Driving Force
   1. The Nature of Curiosity
   2. Curiosity and Satisfaction
4. The Relationship Between Curiosity, Risks, and Chances
5. The Emotional Aspect of Curiosity
   1. Curiosity and Big Questions
   2. The Desire to Know
6. The Importance of Curiosity for Inventions and Discoveries
   1. Sending Curiosity to Mars
   2. Curiosity as the Essence of Human Exploration
7. The Impact of Hyper-connectivity on Earth
   1. The Trigger of Curiosity
   2. Becoming Slaves to Screens
8. The Distinction Between Information and Knowledge
   1. Time and Attention Limitations
   2. The Rising Sea of Information
9. The Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)
   1. FOMO in the Digital Age
   2. Sharing and Community Building
10. The Influence of Mobile Bondage
    1. The Consequences of Digital Revolution
    2. The Relationship Between Smartphones and Our Brain
11. Media Triggers and Patterns
    1. The Disruption of Face-to-Face Conversations
    2. Changes in Body Language
12. The Media Background Perspective
    1. The Vital Stretching Between Curiosity, Relevance, and Knowledge
    2. The Importance of Checking, Filtering, and Assessing Information
13. The Digital Life of News
    1. News Breaking Through Social Media
    2. The Pattern of News Life
14. The Economic Value of Curiosity
    1. User Data and Traffic: The Currency of Publishers and Social Media
    2. The Resonance and Impact of Serious and Unexpected Information
15. The Joy of Missing Out (JOMO)
    1. Relaxing in the Age of Information
    2. Finding Joy in Missing Out
16. Conclusion

📰 Hyper-connectivity: The Impact of Curiosity and Media Triggers

In today's hyper-connected world, where smartphones have become an integral part of our lives, the temptation to constantly stay connected is stronger than ever. We carry our smart treasures with us, always within reach, becoming the "fact diggers" and the purveyors of sex and crime gossip. Curiosity plays a significant role in this mass phenomenon, driving our emotions and igniting the desire to satisfy our thirst for knowledge.

Curiosity is deeply ingrained in human nature. It is one of our strongest motivators, compelling us to explore and discover. Without curiosity, great inventions and discoveries would not have happened. It is this very curiosity that led to the sending of the most essential, valuable, and human part of ourselves - our curiosity - to Mars.

While curiosity on Earth is easily triggered, we have become slaves to our screens. We perceive the world through the tiny displays of our smartphones, consuming information in bite-sized portions. This constant nibbling on information has disrupted face-to-face conversations and even altered our body language. It is not about labeling this phenomenon as good or bad; instead, it is about understanding the triggers and patterns of media consumption and how they shape our lives.

As a documentary filmmaker and TV producer with over 20 years of experience, I have observed the vital stretching between curiosity, relevance, and knowledge. Not all information is relevant, and not all information becomes knowledge. Our time and attention are limited, and the sea of information is rising exponentially. This poses a risk of drowning in a sea of superficiality. However, one of the primary reasons we engage in this relentless pursuit of information is the fear of missing out (FOMO).

FOMO is the language of the digital natives, the language of the screen-obsessed generation. We share, chatter, and partake in daily discussions, becoming our own media speakers and chief editors. The consequences of this mobile bondage are yet to be fully understood, as the digital revolution is still in its infancy. However, it has been established that smartphones trigger our nervous and reward systems, releasing happiness hormones such as dopamine.

In this age of information overload, the distinction between information and knowledge becomes crucial. Relevance is not absolute, nor is it equal to interest. It requires us to check, filter, and assess information within the context of a period of time and proximity to the public. However, amidst the vast sea of information, the digital life of news has emerged. News breaks through social media in a matter of minutes, spreading like wildfire. It is followed by news agencies and online portals, providing more context and analysis.

The economic value of curiosity and traffic generated by news is undeniable. Publishers and social media platforms heavily rely on the user data and traffic to sustain their operations. The more serious and unexpected the information, the longer its resonance and stronger its impact. As seeds of knowledge are planted in our minds, previous knowledge gets activated, and information starts to transform into knowledge.

In a world where information is abundant, we have the opportunity to embrace the joy of missing out (JOMO). We can step back from the constant race to catch up with breaking news and the incessant flow of information. The most important things will eventually reach us, even if we disconnect for a few hours or days. Switching off for a while allows us to enjoy the sweet bliss of doing nothing or indulging in curiosity for curiosity's sake. The smartphone is no longer a dominator; instead, we find joy in missing out.

In conclusion, hyper-connectivity and the continuous stream of information have reshaped our lives, emphasizing the need for awareness of media triggers and patterns. Curiosity remains a powerful driving force, instrumental in inventions, discoveries, and personal growth. By understanding the distinction between information and knowledge, we can navigate the sea of information and find relevance. Embracing the joy of missing out liberates us from the constant need to chase after every piece of information. In the end, what truly matters will find its way to us, allowing us to savor life's moments in a more meaningful way.