These are the best of times

Technology, especially information technology (IT), can be very seductive. Some of the highest-paying jobs in the world for the last few decades have been in IT.

Computers, number-crunching, beautiful wallpapers on desktops, displays in NYC Times Square, video games, social media--IT and electronics have totally transformed how our world looks and operates.

It is indeed wonderful, especially how convenient things and processes have become as technology has become infused into almost every aspect of our lives. From electric toothbrushes to sleep-tracking apps, our lives are surrounded by technology. And the infusion/penetration of technology is only going to increase.

There are many, many uses of this infusion. I especially like how we can lead better, healthier lives using technology. I think that the increasing availability of technology to track our sleep, meals, and movement will hopefully inspire more and more folks to avoid disease and promote good health as opposed to just treating disease.

There can be a lot of cynical ways of looking at these developments. However, let's be a pollyanna for a moment and show some gratitude for this wonderful tool that we have in our arsenal today.