Reading is the unbelievably healthy way _x000D_ my attention deficit disorder medicates itself. _x000D_ Reading is escape, and the opposite of escape; it's a way to _x000D_ make contact with reality after a day of making things up.
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The Senior Moment has become the Google moment, and it has a much nicer, hipper, younger, more contemporary sound, doesn't it? By handling the obligations of the search mechanism, you almost prove you can keep up.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights how modern language and technology have evolved, suggesting that staying current with trends is important.
Nora Ephron's quote contrasts the term 'Senior Moment,' which may carry negative connotations of forgetfulness or aging, with the more contemporary 'Google moment,' representing a state of being in touch with modern technology and information. It suggests that by embracing these technological changes and trends, one can maintain a youthful and relevant identity, reflecting society's shift towards valuing technological literacy and quick access to information.
Themes
TechnologyModernityYouthRelevanceChange
In practice
Example use cases
During a tech conference, one might quote this to emphasize the importance of staying updated with technological trends.
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