Quote by Neil Gaiman

Sem indivÃduos, vemos apenas nÃºmeros: mil mortos, cem mil mortos, Â«as mortes podem chegar a um milhÃ£oÂ». Com as histÃ³rias individuais, as estatÃsticas transformam-se em pessoas - mas atÃ© isso Ã© mentira, pois as pessoas continuam a sofrer em nÃºmeros que sÃ£o, em si mesmos, entorpecedores e desprovidos de significado.

Sem indivÃduos, vemos apenas nÃºmeros: mil mortos, cem mil

Summary

This quote reflects on how large numbers can dehumanize and desensitize us to the suffering of individuals. Without personal stories and emotional connections, statistics become just abstract figures, lacking meaning and impact. While individual narratives have the power to personify statistics, it is also recognized that even these personal stories fail to capture the full extent of human suffering, as people continue to suffer in vast numbers that are difficult to comprehend. Ultimately, the quote challenges us to acknowledge the limitations of statistics and strive to see the humanity in every individual.

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