Why Cultural Norms Hold You Back
What is a cultural norm? Norms about
What constitutes success?
How should an adult navigate themselves in current times?
We have to be productive for the economy
We should not be too family focused
What is acceptable sexuality?
We should constantly learn from our past and plan for the future.
We should all chase Money even though its not real
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For some, cultural norms help us navigate social situations without constantly second-guessing ourselves. On the other, they can sometimes feel like invisible chains, holding us back from living our best lives. Listening to Alan Watts, learning another language, visiting another country - if you do these things, you will learn that our ‘norms’, are manufactured, and a result of christianity. There is shame around sex, a constant materialist pursuit, and we all should be productive. Is this the best way to navigate life?
