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“I think there's a worry that an excessive use or an almost exclusive use of text and emails means that as a society we're losing some of the ability to build interpersonal communication that's necessary for living together and building a community.” quote by Vincent Nichols
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“I think there's a worry that an excessive use or an almost exclusive use of text and emails means that as a society we're losing some of the ability to build interpersonal communication that's necessary for living together and building a community.”

Vincent Nichols

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Source Speech: 2021 address on digital communication, Vincent Nichols, Archbishop of Westminster

Warns that over‑reliance on text/email erodes face‑to‑face skills essential for community building

In simple terms: Too much texting weakens personal communication skills

Key Takeaway

Prioritize in‑person interaction

Themes

communication community technology

Mood

concerned hopeful

Type

reflective philosophical

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • family gatherings
  • neighborhood events

Key Concepts

Social skills digital etiquette

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance digital convenience with personal contact?
  • What practices rebuild interpersonal skills?
A Different Perspective

Digital tools also enable connection across distance

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