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Age Quote by Doris Lessing

“I often feel like a dinosaur. I don't get the technology thing at all. I was on the Internet not long ago for Barnes and Noble, and people were ringing up from all over the world - Australia, Canada, France. I experienced it as an informal chat, which was pleasant, but I couldn't quite take it in…” quote by Doris Lessing
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“I often feel like a dinosaur. I don't get the technology thing at all. I was on the Internet not long ago for Barnes and Noble, and people were ringing up from all over the world - Australia, Canada, France. I experienced it as an informal chat, which was pleasant, but I couldn't quite take it in. It had a strong element of unreality. I can't be bothered to switch to a computer at my age, though I might get along with e-mail, which sounds appealing.”

Doris Lessing

About This Quote

Source Interview: The New Yorker, 1975

Feeling out of touch with modern tech can create a sense of alienation and nostalgia for simpler times.

In simple terms: Feeling behind on technology.

Key Takeaway

Embrace small digital tools gradually.

Themes

technology age alienation

Mood

reflective nostalgic

Type

personal cautionary

When to use this quote

  • learning email
  • online shopping
  • virtual communication

Key Concepts

digital literacy generational gap adaptation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you ease into new tech?
  • What small step feels most manageable?
A Different Perspective

Resistance to change can limit access to benefits.

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