His Eminence Drukpa Thuksey Rinpoche urges young people 'to step out of the virtual world'
Buddhist spritual leader Drukpa Thuksey Rinpoche says excessive reliance on screens and AI can make young people more passive, while real-world experiences and adversity can help build resilience and compassion.
His Eminence Drukpa Thuksey Rinpoche, a Buddhist master born in 1986 in Ladakh, India, has urged young people to step out of the virtual world. He oversees a monastery in Darjeeling, India, and teaches at a school for 1,000 students. During a visit to Vietnam during the Vu Lan season, Rinpoche discussed the effects of technology and artificial intelligence on young people, the importance of mental resilience, and the need for inner growth amidst rapid modernization.
Rinpoche believes that while technology is inevitable, young people should not lose themselves in screens and should learn compassion alongside practical skills. He warns that excessive reliance on artificial intelligence can make people passive and diminish their ability to adapt. Rinpoche emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balance between spiritual and mental health, as well as fostering inner growth in the digital age.
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