Hi Steemians,
First of all, I was born and raised in a province, a definitely rural area. We look up to tall trees instead of skyscrapers. We bike/stroll instead of riding a cab. We play by the oval fields and beaches instead of internet cafes and amusement parks. We have wide rice fields instead of food parks. We drink and feast with the neighbors instead of some random group you meet in the bar or social media. We enjoy spending time with ourselves and friends instead of succumbing to the horrors of technology.
then it all changed...........
CULTURE-SHOCK
In search for a greener pasture, I came here to the city. It was indeed culture-shocking. When I was walking in the city streets, I saw people holding their things like attache cases seemingly rushing to their respective offices. What amazed me is that they are like horses looking at just one direction and they are in synchrony. It was indeed mind-blowing.
WALKING DEAD?
People here in the city, which I also became, are so accustomed to the fast and easy experience. They tend to have a short-attention span. We became like machines that is so caught up with routine. Some are even wearing headsets or are looking into their own mobile phones while walking. Imagine the danger in that! When people walk their ways into their respective jobs, they don't even smile when they meet a person. They want to reach their destination the soonest time possible.
REALIZATION STRUCK
The fast paced-industry really paved its way into modifying our lives: some for the better, some for the worse. Having the concept of a fast paced-industry aims to make life easier and more comfortable. Unfortunately, most people in the city don't enjoy personal touch anymore.
People enjoy more eating outside and in fast food chains than actually making dinner. Instead of strolling for exercise, they ride a cab. Fast access to communication and information made people lazier.
The way to sustainable living is still to have access to the marvels of the fast-paced industry but not being consumed in the process. We must use technology and availability of resources in such a way that we won't lose personal touch.
Sometimes achieving speed is not the answer.
YOUR THOUGHTS?