Society & Culture

What are your observations on society and where it’s headed?

Society & Culture

Posted by: Rainbow

16th May 2011 01:27pm

Have we evolved into a narcissistic society, as the media have alleged? Do you think the importance of manners and etiquette is less essential? If you live in a country or regional area, is there more of a community spirit and comrade in your district? I really would love to hear your opinions on this issue so please do share your thoughts.

catzwhiskaz
  • 17th May 2011 03:00pm

We have become self-centered in our lives - I put that down to the fact that too many people are downright greedy and will go to any lengths to get what they want. Manners and courtesy have been watered down, you just need to walk down the street to hear obscene language in everyday conversation. People used to be arrested for such behaviour.

There is less community spirit now, we barely know our neighbours, let alone those a street away. Everyone says they are just too busy to be bothered.

It would be nice to see a return to some of the pleasantries of not too long ago and I just hope my own children are able to enjoy the comradeship, support and happy enthusiasm we did when they were young.


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