Airplane Quote by Mohsin Hamid
“We can open up our computers and Skype with someone, and we see them. It's like looking through a window. And we can surf the internet through our phones, and it's like our consciousness is far away. Or we can step through a airplane door and be in another continent a few hours away. So technology feels, to me, like the doors sort of already exist, at least emotionally.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public Talk, 2020
Technology acts as emotional doors, connecting people across distances instantly, making distant places feel nearby.
In simple terms: Tech connects us emotionally across distances.
Use technology to bridge emotional gaps.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- remote work
- online education
- virtual family gatherings
- cross‑cultural collaboration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does virtual connection affect real‑world relationships?
- Can technology replace physical presence?
Over‑reliance may reduce physical presence.