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No kidding. The undercurrent of colonialism — this exotic world is made for my conquest! - feels pervasive and somewhat nauseating as described here. Western o
by venturator 2y ago
No kidding. The undercurrent of colonialism — this exotic world is made for my conquest! - feels pervasive and somewhat nauseating as described here.
Western obsession with travel leads to overtourism and a fixation on “novelty”. There’s nothing wrong with a relaxing vacation but we must all learn to be content with our day to day existence to unlock true happiness.
- titanomachy 2y agoMy version of his advice would be "if a stranger invites you to a party, don't turn them down." Also, your comment reminds me of this classic SNL skit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbwlC2B-BIg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbwlC2B-BIg "If you're sad now, and you get on a plane to Italy, the 'you' in Italy will still be the same sad you from before! Does that make sense?"
- decimalenough 2y ago"People travel to change themselves, but they only change the scenery."