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“I feel that we Germans are spending less and less time talking to each other. And even less time listening to each other.” quote by Frank-Walter Steinmeier
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“I feel that we Germans are spending less and less time talking to each other. And even less time listening to each other.”

Frank-Walter Steinmeier

About This Quote

Source Interview: Deutsche Welle, 2022

German society is losing face‑to‑face conversation and listening, harming social cohesion.

In simple terms: People talk and listen less.

Key Takeaway

Revive active listening.

Themes

communication society cohesion

Mood

concerned optimistic

Type

political inspirational

When to use this quote

  • political debates
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Key Concepts

social capital dialogue

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we encourage listening?
  • What restores conversation?
A Different Perspective

Digital media may dominate interaction.

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