Quote by Javier Bardem
I think we are living in selfish times. I'm the first one to say that I'm the most selfish. We live in the so-called 'first world,' and we may be first in a lot of things like technology, but we are behind in empathy.
Summary
This quote conveys the belief that contemporary society is primarily focused on individualism and self-interest. The speaker admits their own culpability in prioritizing themselves. Referring to the "first world" as being advanced in material aspects but lacking in empathy implies that despite technological progress, there is a collective deficiency in understanding and compassion for others. It suggests a need for greater emphasis on cultivating empathy in order to address the imbalances and self-centeredness prevalent in our current society.
Topics
Technology
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