- Question
- Is the wellness industry racist?
- Position‹2 of 2
- No, the wellness industry is not racist
- Argument1 of 3›
Tech makes the wellness industry accessible to everyone
Free apps and websites make almost all wellness practices widely accessible.
The argument
People can access wellness resources and materials wherever and whenever they so desire. Wellness experts have created free platforms, which makes the industry benefits extremely accessible.
Context
Previously expensive and attainable practices, such as yoga and mindfulness, are now available free of cost via apps and websites.
Premises
Counter-arguments
Technology can't account for skincare, a key facet of the industry. Also, apps only account for a small part of wellness and can't solve real-world exclusion.
Rejecting the premises
Tech is inherently neoliberal and many cannot afford it. Therefore, the "accessibility" argument is a myth.
Framing
Technology and innovation are beneficial for society. Wellness can be accessed via apps and internet.