So its stats lesson now… been a while since I've done an intellectual post… haha. Guess those are a better read than my boring life. So here's one to rattle your mind.

Topic: Individualism

Read this article just a few days ago. The author had a very interesting view of individualism and somehow I support his stand. In today's society, where big MNCs and huge retail outlets run the fashion line of the world, it is pretty apparent that we are all losing grip on our very own hold on individualism…

Back in the 60's and 70's, it seemed like individualism took center stage, and its epitome was Woodstock. People from all different backgrounds and races celebrated their common belief to break free from the vice grip of the big powerhouses that were intending to monopolize the market. And it almost worked, for there was a strong belief that circulated around, until the authorities clamped down on it. The valiant effort by the hippies did end and soon the conglomerates had it all for themselves. Brands such as GAP and LEVIS boomed and took over the market with one fell swoop.

What is it about society that wants us to conform to it? Is it safe to say that what we wear and how we act is considered normal? Based on what do we define normalcy?

Yes. If anyone can answer me these questions, you'll find it contradicting again and again and again. Truth is, it's a never ending loop that won't let itself go and probably never will.

Why? Society is the main cause of this problem. Every time someone tries to be different or unique, society finds a way to silence it and push it into oblivion. It's just human nature to resist change, always wanting to keep the present and suppressing any other outside influences. It might be a shocker to some of you, but that is the sad truth. And for society to progress forward will see the need to change this mentality and keep it that way. It might not happen now or in the next decade, but sooner or later there WILL be people who will wise up and take the lead to bring us onward to a better future.

I hope this post helped open some of your eyes about our society. Maybe you're the one to lead us into the future, but for now we'll all have to conform to the rigidity of it and muddle along in our lives…

So here's to having a great time while we still can, cheers.