New thing Quote by Terry Pratchett
““here is the new thing and here it is. And yesterday you never thought about it and after today you don’t know what you would do without it. That was what the technology was doing. It was your slave but, in a sense, it might be the other way round.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public appearance, 2013
Technology can become so essential that it feels like a servant, yet it can also dominate us.
In simple terms: Tech can feel like a slave or a master.
Key Takeaway
Beware of overreliance on tools.
Themes
technology
dependence
control
humility
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- daily work
- personal productivity
- digital addiction
- future planning
Key Concepts
automation
agency
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance convenience with autonomy?
- When does a tool become a crutch?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook the emotional cost of dependence.
