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During the past few decades, modern technology, with radio, TV, air travel, and satellites, has woven a network of communication which puts each part of the world in to almost instant contact with all the other parts. Yet, in spite of this world-wide system of linkages, there is, at this very moment, a general feeling that communication is breaking down everywhere, on an unparalleled scale...

David Bohm#3

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About this quote

What does it mean?
Global tech links us, yet communication feels broken.
In plain terms
Despite tech, we feel disconnected and misunderstood.
What can you take from it?
Tech doesn't guarantee real communication.

Where it applies

  • social media
  • workplaces
  • communities

Putting it to work

  • Focus on face-to-face talk
  • Limit screen time

Questions to consider

  • Do you feel heard online?
  • What stops real talk?

Another view

Tech might improve communication if used differently.

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