Rhetorical Analysis of Technology's Impact on Relationships

Read the following excerpt from an article discussing the impact of technology on human relationships. Analyze how the author’s writing style contributes to the overall effectiveness of the argument. Consider elements such as tone, word choice, sentence structure, and figurative language in your response.

"In a world where fingers tap screens more than they clasp hands, the art of conversation is fading into a mere whisper. The immediacy of text messages and social media notifications has not only altered how we connect, but it has also reshaped our understanding of intimacy. The saddened reality is that emotional depth is often eclipsed by the flicker of a notification light, igniting a paradox: are we truly more connected or merely cohabiting in a digital landscape?"