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Pope Leo XIV: "Joy is not found scrolling endlessly on social networks"
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Pope Leo XIV: "Joy is not found scrolling endlessly on social networks"

Pope Leo XIV warned against the excessive use of technology and emphasized that true happiness cannot be found through endless scrolling on social media or consuming digital content. In a message shared by Vatican News, he questioned whether genuine joy is possible in difficult circumstances and criticized hyperconnectivity and time spent on virtual platforms. The Pope argued that continuous navigation online deprives people of essential experiences for personal and community development, such as silent prayer, authentic friendships, family time, faith study, or sports. He also condemned harmful behaviors like drug use, alcohol abuse, superficial relationships, obsession with appearance, and other damaging actions as ways to seek happiness. Additionally, he cautioned against placing too much value on material possessions, social prestige, wealth, beauty, fame, or health, noting that these things are temporary. The Pope concluded that only spiritual values endure and that God’s love provides true and perfect joy.

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Pope Leo XIV: "Joy is not found scrolling endlessly on social networks"

Pope Leo XIV warned against the excessive use of technology and emphasized that true happiness cannot be found through endless scrolling on social media or consuming digital content. In a message shared by Vatican News, he questioned whether genuine joy is possible in difficult circumstances and criticized hyperconnectivity and time spent on virtual platforms. The Pope argued that continuous navigation online deprives people of essential experiences for personal and community development, such as silent prayer, authentic friendships, family time, faith study, or sports. He also condemned harmful behaviors like drug use, alcohol abuse, superficial relationships, obsession with appearance, and other damaging actions as ways to seek happiness. Additionally, he cautioned against placing too much value on material possessions, social prestige, wealth, beauty, fame, or health, noting that these things are temporary. The Pope concluded that only spiritual values endure and that God’s love provides true and perfect joy.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the Pope's remarks on the dangers of excessive technology use and the pursuit of happiness through non-spiritual means. It does not take a clear ideological stance but rather reports the Pope's views on societal issues, which are presented neutrally without apparent bias toward左

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