Computers Quote by Richard Dawkins
““The computers in which memes live are human brains.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Selfish Gene by Richard Dawkins, 1976
Human brains are the substrate where cultural ideas, or memes, propagate and evolve.
In simple terms: Brains host memes.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the power of ideas in minds.
Themes
culture
memetics
neuroscience
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- marketing
- education
- political campaigns
- social media
- public speaking
Key Concepts
memes
information theory
evolutionary psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you shape the memes you encounter?
- What responsibility do we have for the ideas we share?
A Different Perspective
Memes spread only when brains engage actively.
