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Is that how we lived, then? But we lived as usual…

“Is that how we lived, then? But we lived as usual. Everyone does, most of the time. Whatever is going on is as usual. Even this is as usual, now. We lived, as usual, by ignoring. Ignoring isn't the same as ignorance, you have to work at it.” quote by Margaret Atwood
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““Is that how we lived, then? But we lived as usual. Everyone does, most of the time. Whatever is going on is as usual. Even this is as usual, now. We lived, as usual, by ignoring. Ignoring isn't the same as ignorance, you have to work at it.””

Margaret Atwood

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

We live as usual, ignoring problems; ignorance requires effort to maintain.

In simple terms: We ignore problems, which is an active choice.

Key Takeaway

Confront complacency and address ignored issues.

Themes

complacency ignorance social critique

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

philosophical advice

Key Concepts

political activism personal responsibility media literacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you ignore in daily life?
  • How can you break the habit of ignoring?
A Different Perspective

Awareness alone may not lead to action.

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