Communication Quote by Arne Dahl
““A screen of some kind had appeared between people, and they had started regarding one another as objects. Investment objects. What kind of return will my conversation with this person bring me?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Return, 2015
Technology creates a barrier turning people into objects, prompting a transactional view of conversation and its value.
In simple terms: Tech turns people into objects, making talk transactional.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine connection beyond utility.
Themes
technology
objectification
conversation
value
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- online dating
- social media
- networking events
- customer service
Key Concepts
philosophy
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain authenticity online?
- What value do you find in real conversations?
A Different Perspective
Not all tech is dehumanizing.
