Socrates told us, "the unexamined life is not worth living." I think he's calling for curiosity, more than knowledge. In every human society at all times and at all levels, the curious are at the leading edge.
Roger EbertRead
Now I see that all relationships are virtual, even those that take place in person. Whether we use our bodies or a keyboard, it all comes down to two minds crying out from their solitude.
Interpretation
What this quote means
All relationships, whether physical or virtual, are shaped by the individual experiences of the minds involved.
In this quote, Roger Ebert suggests that the essence of relationships transcends physical presence and touches upon the solitude of individual experiences. He emphasizes that whether we interact through physical means or digital platforms, the connections we form are driven by our personal thoughts and feelings, revealing the inherent alienation that exists even in close proximity.
Themes
RelationshipsSolitudeConnectionVirtualCommunication
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Example use cases
In a speech about the impact of social media on communication, one might quote Ebert to illustrate how we relate to one another.
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