Sloth, one of the Seven Deadly Sins, has become more prominent as our culture has become dependent on innovative technologies for everyday tasks. The remote control, the automobile, and the microwave have made the life of the average American easier. Technology has its perks, but because of it, our society has become lazy.
I believe laziness has caused the obesity problem in America. Think about it. It is easier to go to a fast-food restaurant than cook a healthy meal, or to drive to your destination than ride a bike, or stay inside rather than enjoy the great outdoors. Because of our society’s inactivity, the weight begins to add up. The obesity problem illustrates just how lazy our society has become.
Ironically, however, our society has created the urgency to keep moving forward. As Americans we must constantly be on the go; we can’t waste time on insignificant tasks. Yes, technology has made sure that we Americans do keep moving, but it’s our dependency on technology that has made our society just downright lazy.
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