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Children Quote by Sherry Turkle

“In life, you are struck by the importance of presence, of the small moments of meaning, the miracle of your child's breath, the feelings of deep human connection. When you are thinking about technology, your mind is not on all of that.” quote by Sherry Turkle
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“In life, you are struck by the importance of presence, of the small moments of meaning, the miracle of your child's breath, the feelings of deep human connection. When you are thinking about technology, your mind is not on all of that.”

Sherry Turkle

About This Quote

Technology can distract us from fully experiencing intimate, meaningful moments.

In simple terms: Tech can pull focus from real life.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize presence over screens.

Themes

technology mindfulness relationships

Mood

contemplative gentle

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • family time
  • parenting
  • therapy sessions
  • creative work

Key Concepts

attention meaning human connection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How often do you feel truly present?
  • What tech habits could you change?
A Different Perspective

Balancing connectivity and presence is difficult.

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