View Single Post
(#2 (permalink))
Old
ryuurui's Avatar
ryuurui (Offline)
Japanese calligrapher
 
Posts: 880
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Tokyo
02-26-2011, 05:38 PM

Quote:
Originally Posted by MMM View Post
Since when does following fashion trends make one weak, have low self-esteem, have a poor family life, etc? I have never read anything so odd.

It is natural to follow trends and social norms. I am from the Pacific NW, and here things tend to be fairly relaxed, so when I have visited places like Washington DC I was surprised to see every man in a suit and tie... almost without fail. In Oregon our governor wears blue jeans to work.

So when I am in DC I wear a suit and tie, as it is what is expected. This is following the social norm. In Oregon I never use an umbrella... it is the first sign of a tourist... but in Japan I do. It has nothing to do with familial relationships or child abuse, it is simply about fitting in.
so you are like a flag. the wind changes and off you go. thats why you ll never understand me. I dont follow trends only because others do. I follow what I believe is right for me, the hell with others. You fit in Japan well man, very well haha. What is odd for me is life of a sheep that enjoys the herd life.
Reply With Quote