Because Quote by Sherry Turkle
“I think that we live in techno-enthusiastic times. We celebrate our technologies because people are frightened by the world we've made.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Wired Magazine, 2011
Society glorifies technology while fearing the world it creates, reflecting contradictory enthusiasm.
In simple terms: Tech is both celebrated and feared.
Key Takeaway
Critically assess tech’s impact.
Themes
technology
culture
fear
enthusiasm
paradox
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
sociological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social media use
- AI adoption
- digital privacy
Key Concepts
sociology
media studies
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What tech scares you most?
- How do you balance excitement and caution?
A Different Perspective
Not all techno‑enthusiasts share this view.
