Behave Quote by James Howard Kunstler
“The human race needs a time out from all this techno-magic-mischief, a period to reflect on what we've done and how we ought to behave with this stuff.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on technology and society, 2010
We need a pause to assess the impact of rapid tech and decide ethical behavior.
In simple terms: Take a break to think about tech's effects.
Key Takeaway
Reflect before advancing.
Themes
technology
ethics
reflection
society
responsibility
Mood
concerned
thoughtful
Type
cautionary
reflective
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education curriculum
- personal tech use
- community planning
Key Concepts
technological determinism
ethical deliberation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we create regular pauses for tech assessment?
- What ethical guidelines should guide new tech?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring reflection can lead to harmful unchecked innovation.
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