sociology

  • Bad Grades

    Ultimately, the political crisis we see today is the long term effect of an education system that teaches students to develop their self-esteem entirely around the idea of success and failure according to grades. Neither side knows how to see… Continue reading

  • The Evolution Cycle of Obstructionism

    There are people in this world who get what they want by being in the way, and then screaming foul when others try to go around, through, or over them. They are called obstructionists. How we deal with these people… Continue reading

  • Mastering Social Media

    When I was a teen, self-deprecating humor was used to defuse building tension. Today it is used as a weapon. This is because we live in a socio-political environment that favors the appearance of being a victim without actually being… Continue reading

  • Class Clowns

    The problem we face today, is that our political discourse is dominated by comedians. Which means that our society, developmentally, is equivalent to eighth grade. This is not a criticism of comedians, or our supposed leaders, but of the general… Continue reading

  • Evolving Roles in An Evolving Society

    Some people are hardwired to feel the emotional energy of entire groups of people. It is almost impossible for them to focus on the energy of only one person, and they feel lonely even when surrounded by their family. Some… Continue reading

  • Politics, Self Esteem, and Social Media.

    In terms of evolution, open democracy is a self-destructive and inefficient institution. It wastes far too much time and energy trying to change the minds of the stubborn, stupid, and irresponsible. To the point where it becomes politically beneficial to… Continue reading