Respect Quote by Raymond Chandler
““There is something compulsive about a telephone. The gadget-ridden man of our age loves it, loathes it, and is afraid of it. But he always treats it with respect, even when he is drunk. The telephone is a fetish.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler, 1939
People are both attracted to and repelled by technology, treating it with reverence despite its flaws.
In simple terms: Tech is a love‑hate fetish.
Balance respect with critical awareness of tech.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- workplace communication
- social media use
- digital detox
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your device affect relationships?
- Can you set healthier boundaries?
Reliance can diminish human interaction.