Car Quote by Gudrun Ensslin
“Wonderful, I like cars, too, I like all the great things you can buy in a department store. But when you have to buy them in order to stay unaware, comatose, then the price you pay is too high.”
About This Quote
Source Manifesto: 1970s political pamphlet
Consumerism distracts us, leading to a costly loss of awareness.
In simple terms: Buying to stay unaware is expensive.
Key Takeaway
Avoid buying to stay awake.
Themes
consumerism
awareness
alienation
materialism
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- shopping habits
- media consumption
- political activism
Key Concepts
distraction
psychological cost
Questions to Reflect On
- What purchases truly serve your awareness?
- How can you stay conscious while meeting needs?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes all consumption is harmful, ignoring necessity.
