Desire Quote by Weyes Blood
“As we become more codependent with technology, it's not necessarily based on our desire for the technology but our desire for interconnectivity and wanting to stay connected, which is a natural human instinct. The technology itself is kind of emotionally manipulative.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Pitchfork, 2020
Technology fulfills a deep human need for connection, but can manipulate emotions.
In simple terms: Tech satisfies our need to stay connected, yet can be manipulative.
Use tech mindfully, protect emotional health.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- social networking
- remote work
- online dating
- virtual events
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What boundaries protect you?
- How does tech affect your emotions?
Overreliance may erode real relationships.