“Science and technology multiply around us. To an increasing extent they dictate the languages in which we speak and think. Either we use those languages, or we remain mute.”
What this quote means
In a world saturated with innovation, technology shapes our language and thought. If we refuse to master these new codes, we risk being excluded from contemporary dialogue. This quote invites us to embrace digital tools not as gadgets but as living languages. It resonates with those who feel overwhelmed or marginalized by progress, urging them to learn, adapt, and actively participate in our era's conversation.
How to apply it daily
Pick one technology you avoid (social media, digital tool) and spend twenty minutes daily learning it, so you speak tomorrow's language fluently.
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