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“People like old elephants better than sewers and fire engines.” quote by Haruki Murakami
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““People like old elephants better than sewers and fire engines.””

Haruki Murakami

About This Quote

Source Novel: Kafka on the Shore, 2002

People often favor familiar, gentle beings over harsh, utilitarian ones.

In simple terms: We prefer kindness to utility.

Key Takeaway

Value empathy alongside practicality.

Themes

empathy preference humanity

Mood

thoughtful nostalgic

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • team building
  • customer service
  • community work

Key Concepts

ethics social psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we romanticize gentle beings?
  • How can we balance kindness with effectiveness?
A Different Perspective

Practical skills are also essential.

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