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“I think a lot about our globalized world, our global interconnectedness, and it really saddens me when I see people 'othering,' when I see people who are willing to live narrowly.” quote by Maya Soetoro-Ng
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“I think a lot about our globalized world, our global interconnectedness, and it really saddens me when I see people 'othering,' when I see people who are willing to live narrowly.”

Maya Soetoro-Ng

About This Quote

The author laments global interconnectedness being undermined by people who isolate themselves and exclude others.

In simple terms: Global unity hindered by exclusion.

Key Takeaway

Promote inclusive mindsets.

Themes

globalization empathy division community

Mood

concerned hopeful

Type

social ethical

When to use this quote

  • education
  • policy making
  • community building

Key Concepts

social cohesion psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What causes people to "other"?
  • How can we foster broader empathy?
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