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“When the Internet really first started to hit, people felt this would be the death blow: after suburbs and long commutes and television and the death of the family dinner, this would be the last straw that would totally break society.” quote by Alex Steffen
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“When the Internet really first started to hit, people felt this would be the death blow: after suburbs and long commutes and television and the death of the family dinner, this would be the last straw that would totally break society.”

Alex Steffen

About This Quote

Source Article: “The End of the Family Dinner?”, 2015

Technological change was feared to destroy social structures, but societies adapt and find new cohesion.

In simple terms: Tech change threatens traditions.

Key Takeaway

Adapt and create new community rituals.

Themes

technology society change

Mood

reflective optimistic

Type

analytical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • remote work
  • community building

Key Concepts

media studies urban planning

Questions to Reflect On

  • What new rituals can replace old ones?
  • How does technology reshape community?
A Different Perspective

Not all change leads to decline; some benefits emerge.

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