Engineering Quote by Sherry Turkle
““when technology engineers intimacy, relationships can be reduced to mere connections.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Alone Together, Sherry Turkle, 2011
Technology can turn deep human bonds into superficial digital links, eroding authentic intimacy.
In simple terms: Tech can make relationships shallow.
Guard real connection over digital convenience.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- online dating
- remote work
- social media use
- family video calls
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your device use affect closeness?
- Can you feel truly known through a screen?
Even with tech, genuine intimacy still requires effort and presence.