Rethinking Tech

I’ve been working in tech for more than a decade, and even before I joined the workforce, the internet always captivated me. As an only child from a small country, craving connection and endlessly curious about the world, I saw it as a place of freedom, exploration, and an opportunity to find people who align with your most authentic self—not the self you put on for family, school, work, or acquaintances, but your actual self, with all your contradictory thoughts, quirks, and uniqueness.

In those early days, it was a place where we felt seen—enough to counter the social reality of the offline world, where appearances mattered most. Then came social media. And look, tech isn’t bad in itself. Like art, writing, taste, or pretty much anything created by humans, it reflects the values someone believes in.

I’ve always believed, even when I studied philosophy, that we were still living in the shadow of the Industrial Revolution. But the next big shift, I thought, would be an emotional revolution—which I believe we’re witnessing now. People are realizing we’ve all been inside Plato’s Allegory of the Cave, watching shadows of what others project onto the walls.

Until now, society has pushed separation, individualism, and the narrative that we need to be self-sufficient and constantly prove ourselves—as if we’re always lacking. What could have been an incredible opportunity for connection with social media (and to some degree, it was) rapidly became a transactional way of doing relationships. But all of us, even those who don’t admit it, crave connection, community, and the experience of being seen, as well as seeing others. Because the reality is: if the purpose was to do everything alone, why would others even exist?

In a society that constantly tells us we are not enough, cultivating self-acceptance and self-love is an act of rebellion. Embracing vulnerability and recognizing that we are whole as we are—not conditionally—is a step forward.

I have a project I’m looking to build, and I’m searching for the right people and the necessary funding. Unfortunately, it hasn’t been easy. But I believe in it to my core because I think each of us can contribute to a better world—not by being perfect, but by trying to set an example and looking out for one another instead of focusing solely on personal gain.

By saying this, I’m not asking you for anything except a promise: show up as authentically as you can. I’m always open to receiving messages to explore this topic further. I’m tenacious enough to know I will find the support needed for this project. What I want to share is this: even when the world makes you feel like you’re not enough, or when you’re just exhausted by everything happening and feel like giving up on tech—or anything else that used to bring you joy—remember, you can change the narrative.

Whether that means deleting accounts, stopping support for businesses you don’t align with, or something else entirely, it’s not about being perfect. No. It’s about showing up as your imperfect self and refusing to give up on the idea that a better world is possible. Any small step you take is already enough.

Have a great rest of the week. And in case no one told you today: you are enough. You are worthy. You have a healing fire inside you. If the world doesn’t see it, that doesn’t mean it isn’t there. 🤍

Francisca