Here the lack of both hierarchy and self-motivated behavior, as well as the slower paced acceptance of daily life and of the entire world, is obvious -- although it is only the natural way of living that is being pursued. It is seemingly without ego or private gain. Rather it is the group and the land that come first, with an easy grace for one’s usual responsibilities and interactions.
in the time remaining, to help us understand how the man-made system of capitalism will lead to the extinction of our human species, and so many others.
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Discovering Human Closeness: Outside the U.S. (Part I)
by Jan Lundberg from Culture Change. His unintended extended stay in Bolivia rewards him with some gratifying experiences, and insights about the weaknesses of his own culture.