Computers Quote by Temple Grandin
““Boys who cry can work for Google. Boys who trash computers cannot. I once was at a science conference, and I saw a NASA scientist who had just found out that his project was canceled—a project he’d worked on for years. He was maybe sixty-five years old, and you know what? He was crying. And I thought, Good for him. That’s why he was able to reach retirement age working in a job he loved.””
About This Quote
Source Talk: Neurodiversity and Success, 2015
Emotional expression, even in professional settings, can coexist with competence and longevity.
In simple terms: Crying shows humanity, not weakness.
Key Takeaway
Accept emotions as part of professional life.
Themes
emotion
career
longevity
humanity
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
professional
humanistic
When to use this quote
- science conferences
- retirement planning
- leadership training
- mental health
- career development
Key Concepts
Neurodiversity
emotional intelligence
workplace culture
Questions to Reflect On
- How does vulnerability affect career?
- Can workplaces value emotional honesty?
A Different Perspective
Some view emotion as unprofessional.
