... I simply accept that technology is stronger and more…
“... I simply accept that technology is stronger and more powerful than me: it works when it wants to, and when it doesn't its best to go for a walk, and just wait until the cables and telephone links are in a better mood and the computer decides to work again. I am not, I have discovered, my computers master: it has a life of its own.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Technology often feels autonomous, but we must manage it rather than be ruled by it.
In simple terms: Tech can seem alive, but we control it.
Key Takeaway
Set boundaries with tech.
Themes
technology
control
patience
Mood
frustrated
hopeful
Type
advice
reflective
When to use this quote
- workplace
- home office
- digital projects
Key Concepts
human‑machine interaction
dependence
Questions to Reflect On
- When does tech become a hindrance?
- How do you regain control?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance can reduce personal agency.