Real estate Quote by Machado de Assis
““Cotrim, who was present, said: “Those came who had a genuine interest in you and in us. The eighty would have come only as a formality, would have talked about the inertia of the government, about patent medicines, about the price of real estate, or about each other…” Damasceno listened in silence, shook his head again, and sighed: “But they should have at least come.””
About This Quote
The speaker laments that attendees lacked genuine engagement, attending only for formalities and superficial topics, highlighting a disconnect between appearance and authentic interest.
In simple terms: Superficial attendance versus authentic interest
Key Takeaway
True engagement matters more than mere presence
Themes
authenticity
social dynamics
formalities
communication
expectations
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
observation
dialogue
When to use this quote
- professional meetings
- political gatherings
- academic conferences
- community events
Key Concepts
genuine interest
social performance
disappointment
Practical Applications
- improving meeting relevance
- encouraging authentic participation
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives people to attend only for formality?
- How can we foster genuine interest in group settings?
