Feelings Quote by Raymond Williams
“The gap between our feelings and our social observation is dangerously wide.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Culture and Society, 1958
Our emotions often diverge sharply from how we interpret social realities, creating a dangerous disconnect.
In simple terms: Feelings and social view can be far apart.
Bridge emotional and social perception.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- policy making
- media consumption
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we align feelings with social facts?
- What tools help reduce this gap?
Emotions are subjective and may mislead objective analysis.