Busy Quote by Sherry Turkle
“We're too busy communicating to think, too busy communicating to connect, and sometimes we're too busy communicating to create. This is true for individuals and also true for organizations.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Reclaiming Conversation, Sherry Turkle, 2015
The quote warns that excessive communication can replace deep thinking, genuine connection, and creative work, both personally and organizationally.
In simple terms: Too much talking hinders thinking, connecting, and creating.
Key Takeaway
Limit superficial communication to foster depth.
Themes
technology
communication
creativity
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analysis
advice
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- social media use
- creative brainstorming
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
attention economy
social media
organizational behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How much time do you spend on shallow communication?
- What practices can you adopt to deepen interactions?
A Different Perspective
Balancing communication and silence is essential; silence can be productive.
