Alive Quote by Zelig Pliskin
“We never had it so good: Every person alive today derives great benefit from comforts and pleasures that were not available in the past. All of the latest technological advances serve us to a remarkable degree. For all this we should be full of appreciation and gratitude.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Modern Gratitude, 2020
We enjoy unprecedented comforts thanks to technology and should feel grateful.
In simple terms: Appreciate today's conveniences.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate daily gratitude.
Themes
technology
comfort
gratitude
Mood
thankful
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- everyday life
- digital age
- healthcare
- education
Key Concepts
Progress
human flourishing
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern comfort are you most grateful for?
- How can gratitude inspire responsible use of technology?
A Different Perspective
Gratitude can overlook systemic inequities.
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