Advertisements Quote by Marina Abramovic
“Today, our attention is less than the television advertisement. We're looking at six or seven problems constantly. We're living in the disturbed societies of cities. I think modern technology is one of the worst things human beings have invented.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art and Society Discussion, Marina Abramovic, 2018
Modern technology fragments attention, making societal problems harder to address.
In simple terms: Tech distracts us from real issues.
Key Takeaway
Limit screen time, focus on community.
Themes
attention
technology
society
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- social media use
- urban planning
- public discourse
Key Concepts
media saturation
cognitive overload
urban stress
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we reclaim focus in a digital age?
- What practices restore deep attention?
A Different Perspective
Technology also offers tools for connection and awareness.
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