Identity Quote by Sherry Turkle
““Wilson’s way of keeping in mind the dual aspects of the Furby’s nature seems to me a philosophical version of multitasking, so central to our twentieth-century attentional ecology. His attitude is pragmatic. If something that seems to have a self is before him, he deals with the aspect of self he finds most relevant to the context.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Reclaiming Conversation, 2015
Multitasking reflects modern attention challenges; pragmatic focus on relevant self-aspects.
In simple terms: Balancing multiple selves in a multitasking world.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize the most relevant self.
Themes
attention
multitasking
technology
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- workplace
- digital life
- personal growth
Key Concepts
self-concept
pragmatism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide which self to prioritize?
- What are the costs of constant multitasking?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex identity.
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