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There's a healthy skepticism mixed with hope; while current VR technology is crude, participants believe it's only a matter of time before immersive experiences become indistinguishable from reality. Nevertheless, they agree that the impermanence and unpredictability of live interactions—be it a concert, a hug, or a face-to-face conversation—carry a spiritual and emotional weight that simulations might never fully replicate.