Verbal ping-pong or silent written messages? Voice messages divide us

Text or speak? Our author doesn't understand why there's a rift running through society—regarding our texting culture.

Burden or pleasure: Society is also divided when it comes to voice messages. Westend61/imago

As a near-boomer, I've left many fears behind, but one is still growing on me: the fear of being left behind digitally. So I'm desperately trying to stay connected—to smartphones, tablets, and the like. I communicate via WhatsApp , Instagram , and the like, and I can now even cobble together a Reel. Above all, though, I'm a big fan of voice messages . They're so convenient for me, because typing with just my index finger doesn't get anything done.