Ep 1: Connected But Alone: How Technology Shapes Modern Intimacy

In this opening episode of The Intimate Philosopher, Dr. Emma Smith explores the paradox of modern connection: how we can be more digitally connected than ever, yet feel profoundly alone.

Drawing from personal reflection and her work as a therapist, Dr. Emma examines how technology reshapes intimacy, alters the way we relate to one another, and subtly pulls us away from presence — both with others and with ourselves. She reflects on the safety of solitude, the cost of constant availability, and the quiet grief many people carry beneath curated online lives.

This episode invites listeners to slow down and relate to their relationships more mindfully, honoring both the human need for connection and the essential value of time alone. It’s a gentle beginning — not about rejecting technology, but about reclaiming choice, presence, and intimacy in a digital world.

For full show notes, including citations to all the materials I reference throughout the episode, please go to: https://theintimatephilosopher.com/2026/01/11/connection-in-the-digital-age/

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