Any time you get two people in a room who disagree about anything, the time of day, there is a scene to be written. That's what I look for.
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It seems to me that more and more we've come to expect less and less from each other, and I think that should change.
Interpretation
What this quote means
We have lowered our expectations of each other, and it's time to raise them again.
In this quote, Aaron Sorkin expresses a concern that societal interactions have become superficial, with individuals settling for lower expectations from each other. He advocates for a change in this mindset, encouraging people to hold themselves and others to higher standards in their relationships and interactions to foster deeper connections and mutual respect.
Themes
ExpectationsRelationshipsChangeConnectionCommunication
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about improving workplace culture, this quote could inspire colleagues to raise their interpersonal expectations.
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