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Whenever I hear the word "share" I would reach for a gun…

“Whenever I hear the word "share" I would reach for a gun if I had one. "Share" is frequently followed by the word "feelings", and I have enough of my own thank you; please do us both a favor and repress yours.” quote by Stewart Brand
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“Whenever I hear the word "share" I would reach for a gun if I had one. "Share" is frequently followed by the word "feelings", and I have enough of my own thank you; please do us both a favor and repress yours.”

Stewart Brand

About This Quote

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

The speaker rejects emotional sharing, equating it with aggression and preferring personal solitude.

In simple terms: Rejects sharing feelings, prefers isolation.

Key Takeaway

Respect personal boundaries.

Themes

individualism emotional privacy communication conflict self‑reliance

Mood

defensive skeptical

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • teamwork
  • conflict resolution
  • mental health
  • social media

Key Concepts

psychology social dynamics personal autonomy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance personal space with emotional openness?
  • What are the costs of refusing to share feelings?
A Different Perspective

May overlook benefits of empathy and connection.

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