Television is bubble-gum for the mind.
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If it keeps up, man will atrophy all his limbs but the push-button finger.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Over-reliance on technology may lead to physical and mental decline.
Frank Lloyd Wright's quote highlights the dangers of becoming overly dependent on technology, suggesting that an excessive focus on convenience may lead to a deterioration of human abilities and skills. As people increasingly rely on machines and automation, they risk losing physical strength and cognitive engagement, emphasizing the need for balance between technological advancements and maintaining our human capabilities.
Themes
TechnologyDependenceHuman SkillsAutomationDecline
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a discussion about the effects of smartphones on interpersonal communication.
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