Numbers Quote by Mason Cooley
“Pity drowns in numbers.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: 1975, "The Book of Nonsense"
Compassion can be lost when reduced to statistics, dehumanizing suffering.
In simple terms: Numbers can drown out empathy.
Key Takeaway
Remember the human behind the data.
Themes
compassion
statistics
humanity
empathy
ethics
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- public health reporting
- policy making
- non‑profit fundraising
- journalism
- education
Key Concepts
data interpretation
social policy
human-centered design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we humanize statistical reports?
- What practices preserve empathy in data work?
A Different Perspective
Quantitative analysis still needed for decisions.
