Access Quote by Clay Shirky
“We systematically overestimate the value of access to information and underestimate the value of access to each other.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “Cognitive Surplus,” 2010
People overvalue information access, undervalue interpersonal connection.
In simple terms: Info is easy; people are harder.
Prioritize relationships over data.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team projects
- online communities
- family gatherings
- collaborative work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance info and connection?
- What relationships need more attention?
Digital tools can’t replace deep personal bonds.