Milky way Quote by David Mitchell
““Take any two electrons -- or, in Dr. Bell's and my case, photos-- that originate from a common source, measure and combine their spins, and you will get zero. However far away they are: between John and me, between Okinawa and Clear Island, or between the Milky Way and Andromeda: if one of the particles is spinning down, then you know that the other is spinning up. You know it now! You don't have to wait for a light-speed signal to tell you. Phenomena are interconnected regardless of distance, in a holistic ocean more voodoo than Newton. The future is reset by the tilt of a pair of polarized sunglasses. "The simultaneity of the ocean, Father Wally.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Cloud Atlas, 2004
Entangled particles mirror each other instantly, illustrating deep, distance‑independent connections in the universe.
In simple terms: Everything is linked, regardless of distance.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the hidden interdependence of actions.
Themes
science
philosophy
interconnectedness
Mood
inquisitive
inspirational
Type
scientific
metaphorical
When to use this quote
- research collaboration
- global teamwork
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
quantum entanglement
holism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing interdependence change your choices?
- What responsibilities arise from feeling globally connected?
A Different Perspective
Quantum effects are metaphorical, not literal for daily life.
