Capitalism is the worst kind of economics. Except for all of the others.
There are pros and cons to capitalism. But crapitalism? definitely the pits. Capitalism doesn't give a damn about quality of life. Crapitalism is the epitome of capitalism.
So while I think of an original, creative post, please enjoy these thought-provoking words on crapitalism from the New York Times.
See you on Friday!
Absolutely agree.
ReplyDeleteThe thing is, I think it's almost impossible to undo capitalism as a single person - too much thought. I think it takes married couples to undo capitalism b/c there is that constant conversation about "how can we live differently" going on.
I had a friend who thought that the real reason most people get married is to have someone to share the work and expenses with. You've both got a good point! Family and community is becoming more important than ever.
DeleteOr a single person with a supportive group, like the Compact people or simple living discussion groups.
ReplyDeleteonline support groups and discussion boards were one of the greatest things invested in recent times, I think!
DeleteLike the article states, it's such a hard thing to undo as "what is useful" is SO subjective! UGH! I'm just living by example. Maybe it will work for others. Maybe not. At least I won't feel like a crapitalism crony when I fall asleep at night ;)
ReplyDeleteAnd you're doing an awesome job of living by example! But in the end what you said is the most important, that you have to live with yourself and that's the real reason to do any of this anti-consumerist decluttering/spending boycotting.
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