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The Law of Raspberry Jam: the wider any culture is spread, the thinner it gets.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Cultural dilution occurs as it becomes more widespread.
This quote by Alvin Toffler suggests that as a culture expands its reach and influence, it often loses depth and richness, resulting in a dilution of its original values and significance. It highlights the paradox where growth may lead to a vast audience but also a weaker connection to the core principles that define the culture.
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CultureDilutionSpreadDepthValue
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about preserving cultural heritage.
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