Connection Quotes

“We humans have a natural tendency to search for solutions and irrational explanations as soon as we are confronted with fear. Since the dawn of the age, Man and his ancestors – at least, those we know of – have tended toward introspection and reliance on hypothetical divinities. It’s an easy way for us to maintain an illusion of control over some of the things that threaten us. Some historians think that religions began in pre-history, in response to natural threats such as fire, storms, illness and of course, large predators.”
― Manuel Lempereur, Connection

“I consider that in the current situation, it is unfitting for a representative of the people to be overzealous to the point of forgetting the right to fundamental freedoms. Everyone deserves respect and is free to choose, as long as his choice does not in any way compromise our system’s political and economical equilibrium. If such a case should arise, time must first be taken to seriously consider the proposition before taking any action. History has shown us repeatedly that radical and beneficial changes to our society were first initiated by minorities who were able to innovate and stand up for their beliefs in the face of a government in paralysis.”
― Manuel Lempereur, Connection

“They say that one tends to find just what one is looking for. In other words, our judgment is affected by the very goal we set ourselves. We therefore miss details that would have opened up new perspectives to us. Perhaps you will have more success flying blind. Trust your intuition. Carefully observe and analyze the different situations you come across”
― Manuel Lempereur, Connection