Civilization Quote by Tor Norretranders
““Civilization is about removing information about our surroundings; discarding information about nature so our senses are not burdened with all that information and our consciousness can concentrate on other matters.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The User Illusion, Tor Norretranders, 1991
He argues civilization reduces sensory overload by filtering out unnecessary natural information, allowing consciousness to focus elsewhere.
In simple terms: Civilization filters sensory data for mental focus.
Key Takeaway
Embrace selective attention for mental clarity.
Themes
information overload
cognition
civilization
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- modern work environments
- education
- media consumption
- urban living
- technology use
Key Concepts
selective perception
cognitive load
Questions to Reflect On
- How does selective attention affect your daily life?
- What information might we be discarding unintentionally?
A Different Perspective
Filtering may cause loss of important environmental awareness.
