Authentic experiences are only possible in the physical world where you can interact with those around you. Both Gladwell and Turkle discuss the negative impact of technology on people's lives as it gives us substitutes for interacting with others face-to-face. As a society that interacts primarily through social media, we may be missing out on the benefits that physical life offers us. An example of this is Snapchat, a mobile application used to share photos and videos with others. It is a very convenient application because it allows users to share moments with others anywhere in the world, however people abuse it. Teens are quick to take out their phones and chat for a moment rather than enjoy the authenticity of the moment. This factor diminishes the authenticity of social interactions. Of course, the benefits of technological advances cannot be ignored; however there must be a boundary between social life and online life. Drawing a line between the two can definitely improve the quality of