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Beach Quote by Sherry Turkle

“When I grew up, I lived in a neighborhood that had social clubs. It's never delightful to glamorize one's youth. My neighborhood was poor. But people felt part of the neighborhood. This was in Rockaway Beach, Long Island.” quote by Sherry Turkle
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“When I grew up, I lived in a neighborhood that had social clubs. It's never delightful to glamorize one's youth. My neighborhood was poor. But people felt part of the neighborhood. This was in Rockaway Beach, Long Island.”

Sherry Turkle

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Empathy Diaries, 2020

Community bonds can thrive in modest settings, offering belonging beyond material wealth.

In simple terms: Simple neighborhoods foster belonging.

Key Takeaway

Value community over status.

Themes

community belonging nostalgia

Mood

warm thoughtful

Type

reflective inspirational

When to use this quote

  • neighborhood projects
  • local volunteering
  • intergenerational gatherings

Key Concepts

sociology urban studies

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does community mean to you today?
  • How can you strengthen ties in your area?
A Different Perspective

Romanticizing the past can overlook present challenges.

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