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RE: What's The Point In Having A Cake If We're Not Going To Eat It?!
Nice ,it always depend on the definition we atribute to selfishness.
Nice ,it always depend on the definition we atribute to selfishness.
Absolutely. However, I have found that in the culture I once was so entrenched in (that is, the U.S.), that the definition of 'selfishness' often tends to include taking care of oneself? One is often praised for thinking of 'others' before thinking of themselves. However, all this "unselfishness" is leaving people with needs unmet, which is disrupting our ability to actually help others. I believe, it's a downward cycle.
I agree with a lot of this. I've seen that a lot of "very American" ideals are actually being achieved in the opposite ways by other countries I've visited. Know what I mean?
Absolutely!!! I have lived out of the states for over 6 years and I have to say, I've never felt freer! I get a bit of anxiety anytime I go back. Now, I've got a house in Bali and think that I won't be returning to America anytime soon! I mean, there are at least 17 good reasons to not live in America if you're an american! Just my opinion though ;)
IMHO, you're totally right. Bali is awesome. I especially love New Zealand, India and Thailand. Sometimes I actually feel kinda sad when other Asian countries start trying too hard to be more "American" when they're actually pretty awesome just the way they are.
Exactly. Though each country has its own challenges and I don't think one is inherently better than the other. (I know sometimes it can come off that way). It's interesting the underground movements that are near-identical that are popping up in the new generations across the world! It's amazing to see the transition these countries are going through.
Agreed. Which country have you been to that has really blown your mind, culturally speaking? I just blogged about this @joylovestowrite, and I'd love to add one of yours to the list because I have a feeling you've been to some pretty amazing places.