Quote by Doug Coupland

Before machines the only form of entertainment people really had was relationships.

Before machines the only form of entertainment people really

Summary

This quote suggests that in the era before the existence of machines, people primarily found amusement and fulfillment through engaging with one another in meaningful relationships. It implies that the absence of technological distractions and advancements prompted individuals to prioritize personal connections as a primary source of entertainment.

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Relationship

By Doug Coupland

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