I think the 'unconnected' generation we live in now will eventually hunger/yearn for an opportunity to speak to another person and bring about a new era of conversation face to face. It may not be obviously seen currently but there are younger groups/generations (re)discovering old methods and techniques that others had done for years prior.

It's not a depressing outlook but it can seem that way from what is in sight. This is why I try to explore outside my normal spaces to try and get an understanding of a subject or topic normally outside of my common spaces.

Thank you for sharing and inciting interesting conversation. Many like to stand on a stage and speak but your post opens it up for others to chime in and that is important for added context and dialogue.