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03-12-2013
, 04:20 AM
Also, when it comes to trends - there is this thing about what you are trying to measure, which won't necessarily follow a representative sample of the population: Let's use say you were (very hypothetically) measuring ancient Sparta, were some 70% of the populace were collectively owned slaves to the remaining citizens. Surveying a representative sample of the populace would not in itself be enough to paint a picture of Spartan culture, because Spartan culture was largely defined by a small and very militant elite. Sure you could measure internal trends, but without a qualitative analysis to go with your quantitative one - you're going to miss the target.
Another example could be that try and measure nazism by surveings a representative sample of members of the nazi-party in WW2 Germany would likely also give a very wrongful reflection of the actual policy and culture of the party. Most members would likely be members out of safety or necessity, who were mere more silent passengers than drivers.
In our modern western countries equivalents to this could be cultural hubs, political hubs, legal systems and various other power structures.
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03-12-2013
, 08:28 AM
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Okay, not entirely sure whether this is the right forum but I'm looking to resolve an issue that is somewhat related to religion.
I was telling my friend that I find it easier to talk to Indian people because I find them less materialistic, judgmental and looks orientated than white people. And yes, I am white myself. I said I find that Indian people are more bothered about internal things (knowledge, intelligence, determination) and white people are more bothered about external things (looks, clothes, material items).
I find my internal qualities far outweigh my external qualities, and therefore I'm more likely be accepted/appreciated by Indian people than white people. I feel more comfortable around them as a result.
His response was that "I am chatting the world of ****".
Now he isn't debating whether that is my real motivation, as that's personal to me and isn't something that can be 'true' or 'false'. A motivation may be irrational whilst at the same time existing in the persons mind.
The issue is whether my interpretation is true/accurate.
Basically, I want to know whether people agree or disagree with me.
I realise I am making oversimplifications and I know in reality the situation won't be as clearly defined as 'externally based' and 'internally based' people.
I just want an overall view on the issue as a whole.
If you could vote on the poll that would be great.
Many thanks.
I was telling my friend that I find it easier to talk to Indian people because I find them less materialistic, judgmental and looks orientated than white people. And yes, I am white myself. I said I find that Indian people are more bothered about internal things (knowledge, intelligence, determination) and white people are more bothered about external things (looks, clothes, material items).
I find my internal qualities far outweigh my external qualities, and therefore I'm more likely be accepted/appreciated by Indian people than white people. I feel more comfortable around them as a result.
His response was that "I am chatting the world of ****".
Now he isn't debating whether that is my real motivation, as that's personal to me and isn't something that can be 'true' or 'false'. A motivation may be irrational whilst at the same time existing in the persons mind.
The issue is whether my interpretation is true/accurate.
Basically, I want to know whether people agree or disagree with me.
I realise I am making oversimplifications and I know in reality the situation won't be as clearly defined as 'externally based' and 'internally based' people.
I just want an overall view on the issue as a whole.
If you could vote on the poll that would be great.
Many thanks.
For example the Hindus believe in something called "the moment of grace".
To simplify I can give you my own "moment of grace''.
I was in perfect shape 25 years old man who was fighting for better car, nicer GF and bigger house.
But then I found a bump on my neck and I ahd to visit the doctor.
They found that I got 4th stage of hodgkins lymphoma and that I have around 5 months to live if I do not start treatment...
In this very moment a bright light shined in my mind. I was no longer worried about money,cars and pretty girl friends. I felt free and happy ( thought knowing that I have 1 year of hemotherapy and radiotherapy and 60% to survive.) and never shed a single tear.
This is why most of us do not get it, before it is to late.
Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them - that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.
-Lao Tzu
03-12-2013
, 11:19 AM
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, 06:35 PM
