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“E-mail creates the illusion that you're writing. You're not.” quote by Susan Elizabeth Phillips
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“E-mail creates the illusion that you're writing. You're not.”

Susan Elizabeth Phillips

About This Quote

Email gives a false sense of personal writing, but it’s actually a mediated form.

In simple terms: Email isn’t true writing.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the medium’s limits.

Themes

communication technology authenticity

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • business correspondence
  • personal letters
  • social media

Key Concepts

media theory digital literacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure authenticity in digital messages?
  • When is email appropriate versus a handwritten note?
A Different Perspective

Emails can still convey genuine emotion.

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