"Everyone gets so much information all day long that they lose their common sense"
- Gertrude Stein
About this Quote
This quote by Gertrude Stein speaks to the overwhelming quantity of details that we are exposed to daily. In this digital age, we are continuously bombarded with news, social networks, emails, and other types of interaction. This can lead to info overload, where we end up being overwhelmed and not able to process all of the data. As an outcome, we can lose our ability to believe seriously and make sound choices. This quote is a pointer to take an action back and believe before we act. We need to be mindful of the details we take in and take the time to process it prior to making decisions. By doing this, we can guarantee that we are making decisions based upon good sense and not just responding to the current news or trend.
This quote is written / told by Gertrude Stein between February 3, 1874 and July 29, 1946. She was a famous Author from USA.
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