The Lexus and the Olive Tree:
The Lexus and the Olive Tree, was a book, by one, Thomas Friedman, which spoke of, Globalization, from an interesting, perspective; that of competition. He believed, that Globalization, was very much, a cultural issue, and that, some people, were more competitive, by nature, than others. And he proselytized really, that, these lagging others, had to make, some changes, which he attempted, to bring forth, in a television interview, with some Indians, that did not go, too well. I was kinda siding, with the Indians; the changes, that Friedman, was proposing, were too big, and not, very clear, in themselves.
You will find, generally though, that each region [continent], of the world, has people, with different, aptitudes. Knowing this, is at the basis really, of understanding, how different civilizations, really progress, and why, some, seem to be ahead, of others, but are really not; they are just, different. Each basic intelligence, per region, is often, accompanied, by a type, of, comfort culture, that seeks, to somewhat, enhance it. One should realize, that this, basic intelligence, is very much, a matter, of National Security, as it is what, the people, of a region, fall back on, when everything else, fails.
North America: Self-Esteem
In North America, the basic intelligence [aptitude], that drives, the region, is, self-esteem. Self-esteem, consists, of many variables, within it: self-confidence, self-worth, self-control, self-knowledge, and the likes. This is, the basic intelligence, that drives, North America. It is, the intelligence, that has made, North America, to be what, it is, as they, are a people, driven, to exhaustion, in seeking out, what they are, after. The most famous, example, probably, belongs with, Edison, Thomas, and one, of the better, few known examples, has him, attempting [along with others], to discover, the lightbulb. It is said, he made, almost, a thousand, genuine attempts, in discovering, the lightbulb. In other regions, of the world, most people, would have given up, by the 10th attempt. In all, as the old, American saying goes, 'You can't keep, a good man down' [G.I. Joe style]. However, this basic intelligence, needs, a comfort culture, to enhance, and protect it, as it is very much, an issue, of National Security. American soldiers, are primarily, driven, by self-esteem. In North-America, this comfort culture, consists, of three things: sex, fastfood, and 'hanging out'. 'Hanging out', is a North American phenomenon, where by, people, attempt, to mock, and 'rib' each other, in an attempt really, to lower [that of others], or raise, their self-esteem. It does, break down, into fights, with immigrants around. Fastfood, might seem, kind of, a strange thing, to mention here, but American, fastfood, is kind of, made of, vegetable oils, and not, the other, kind of oil. These oils, kind of, oil up people, and make them, somewhat fluid; in all though, what I am trying to say, is that, American fastfood [small restaurant really], enhances, peoples, self-esteem [feel good factor]. Sex, is the third, requirement, for people, in North America, seeking, self-esteem. One, that is very, important really, as sex, when done right, is known, to enhance, self-esteem, greatly. There are different, types of sex, out there, but in North America, getting laid, is important, for the mental health, of the people. Getting laid, is based on, an ancient, teenage ritual, seen, in the Roman Empire. You also have, Pity Sex, which is sex, offered, to a man, or even, a woman, beaten down, by life itself, in one way, or another.
South America: Athleticism
Athleticism, is all about, being athletic; Being athletic, is mainly about, developing, fitness. As mentioned earlier, fitness, is associated, with prayer, and concentration, and one of the reasons, you find, churches, and even mosques, all over, South America. Athleticism, as a basic intelligence, is very much, associated, with what, a certain, one, Guy Kawasaki, spoke about, in a rather, landmark book, by the name of, the Art of the Start. The Art of the Start, was very much, a motivational, kind of book, for North Americans, attempting, to teach them, how to get, started, on things. People think, its easy, getting started, on things; anything. You simply, plan it out, well, and carry it out. Thats what they believe; but reality, often holds, a different picture. A fear of failing [not failure], often exists, in many peoples minds, even when, everything, is going, right. South Americans, are really good, at this; getting things started, and carrying them out, to completion. Small examples, of how important, this intelligence is, lies in: homework [simply getting started], studying [going through to the end], dating [getting started, and end issues], waking up, seeking out resources [putting things together], and the likes. Thats kinda what, gives, South Americans, a competitive advantage, over others. This basic intelligence, is furtherly, augmented, by a comfort culture, based, on three things: Chillin', dancing, and sex [one night stands]. Chillin', is a kind, of social culture, where people, simply get together, with the main goal, of been seen, or noticed, by others. Young men, dress sporty, with muscles, kind of showing, simply, to be seen, by young women. Older men, go to trendy restaurants, simply, to be seen, by the power elite. Thats kinda what, it is, all about. In general, with chillin', one never knows, what will happen; one simply, has to be prepared [the Art of the Start]. Dancing, is another, well known, activity, in South America, and is really, about, been seen, by others, while they groove, around. South America, is the land, of a thousand, dances. From the Tango, to the Carioca, and even, the (ferocious) lambada. The whole thing, with public dance, is that one, has to dance, smoothly, without missing a step, from start to finish. Or else, face, public shame [people simply ignoring one; including bartenders]. Thirdly, you have a culture, of one night stands, and the goal, is not simply, to score [literally], but to perform, right, from start to finish, or face, public ruin. You better know, what you are doing, when you have, a, one night stand. No cold feet.
Asia: Work Ethic
In Asia, its all about, work ethic, and too much, has been said, on Asian, work ethic. Immigrants, to America, never tire, of hearing, about, Asian, work ethic. Asia though, is best divided, into East Asia, and South East Asia, and Japan. They all differ, on how, work ethic, is developed.In East Asia, work ethic, is all about, being, hardworking; working, till you drop. In South East Asia, India really, its all about, being, a good worker; being a good worker, is someone, who follows, instructions, or does, exactly, as they are told. Indians make, for better programmers, than most, and especially, Chinese people.In Japan though, its all about, being a hard and good worker. They do it all there, and people, sleeping, while standing, are often seen, in the Japanese metro. Work Ethic, is often, augmented, by a comfort culture, made up, of three things: Great food, congregating, and sex (flirting). In Asia, people work, simply, for lunch. They have great food there, that kinda, motivates, people, to finish up, what they are doing, before lunch. Food, that is healthy, and simply, motivates one. They too have, a culture, of congregating together, and simply, talking, nothing much, or what, they call, in America, 'talking jive'. 'Talking jive', is simply, talk, about, everything, and nothing, in particular. Simply, mentioning, whats going on, around, in Asia, or outside, and kind of, debating, its sanity/ethics. In Asia, they too have, a sexual culture, based on, flirting. Interesting culture, as it is made, of, blowing kisses unseen, winking, pouting lips, and even, staring. It gets, more interesting, when there are barriers, to the flirting; class differences (wealth based), regional differences, and even, friendships [falling in love, with a friends, girl].
Africa: Adaptability
Africans, have a basic intelligence, that differs, alot, from others, seen out there. In Africa, basic intelligence, is all about, adaptability. What this means, is that, Africans, are good, at adapting, to just about, any change, out there. Africa, is kind of, an unstable continent, and living there, is all about, learning, how to adapt, to all kinds, of changes. Going, or visiting really, ones regular, shop/supermarket, and finding, that the bread, has run out, is simply, one of the little examples, on African adaptability. What adaptability, has done, to Africans though, is that, it has made them, fast learners. Africans, pick up, on new things, rather easily; an African, could learn, Deutsch, in about, 4 months. Due to this, Africans, in general, tend to be, 'jack of all trades'. An African, might be a scientist, but also, very much, be running, a small hotel, or restaurant, on the side. They are however, 'jack of all trades', at the basic level [they tend to specialize, in one thing]; the small hotel, remains small, for almost, all time. The comfort culture, that goes along, with Adaptability, is rather, complicated but not, and constitutes, of three things: Delicacies, Politicizing, and sex (masturbating). Delicacies, are simply, as said, much earlier, foods, that make one, feel good; helps with dealing, with crazy changes. This component though, has been, at the core, of Africas, recent, downfall. In Africa, when political regimes, mess things up, people, don't really complain, but seek, to adapt, to the changes. Part of this, adaptation, is driven, by an addiction, to delicacies. Politicizing, is a form, of congregating, which is all about, espousing, ones, political views. People, more or less, simply, debate, all kinds, of politics; from politicians, to the fool, who blasts music, all night long. When it comes, to sex, Africans, more than others, engage, in masturbation. Africans, do not really, have, a sex culture, whereby, men and women, meet, with each other. Most men, tend to interact, with women, who are very much, family. And thats kinda what, Africa, at the local level, is all about.
Europe: Insight
Europeans, are generally, good, at one thing: Insight. Insight, is about, connecting, to other people, and somewhat, seeing them, for whom, they really are. Small examples, includes, the ability, for instance, to know, a person, from their hates. Another example, is knowing, a person, in love, with another, but pretending, not to be. Insight, has often, been used, by Europeans, to manipulate, others. At the core, of Insight, is ones voice, for the ability, to connect, to others, is all about, having, the same, or similar, voice. Europeans, more than others, have a great, voice range, and voice sounds too. They can, for instance, mimic, cats, dogs, birds, and therefore, easily, connect with them. They know, about them. North Americans, on the otherhand, kind of, diagnose [psychologically speaking], their pets. A comfort culture, associated, with this, basic intelligence, is seen, in Europe, but mostly, in the UK. It constitutes, of three things: Relating, Wines & drinks, and sex (making out). Relatings, is a kind of, congregating, or 'meetings' really, where people, espouse, their moral views. They talk about, who is evil, or not; who is having, an affair, misusing public funds, or, who is getting divorced. Its kind of, private talk, and Europeans, therefore, are not, open, to having, outsiders, with them, while they relate. There is also, a culture, of wines and drinks, amongst, Europeans, to simply help them, muse, and reason, about, other people, and why, they are all, so crazy. Finally, you have a culture, based on, making out, which has in it, a forbidden, aspect, to it all. A woman, gets married, or finds a boyfriend, and on the next day, falls in love, with another. It is Europeans, who fear, getting, into relationships, due to a fear, of not meeting, the right one. Making out, really, helps people, have an insight, into themselves, and their motives.
Middle East: Common Sense
Middle Easterners, have something, as a basic intelligence, that most of the world, lacks today. Common sense, or as some call it, 'being sharp'. 'Being sharp' or having, common sense, is all about, finding, the shortest, most efficient, and reasonable, solution, to just about, anything. This very much, includes, knowing,how ones actions, will affect, others, and even, the environment, out there. Its really, an intelligence, that developed, in a world, with scarce resources [scarce resources, should not be confused, with few resources]. This basic intelligence, of common sense, is accompanied, by a comfort culture, based on, three things: Philosophic talk, shopping, and sex (serenading). Philosophic talk, is all about, having talks, that are religious, in nature, and targeted, towards, problem solving, of all kinds. Could be a relationship, a job dispute, or even largely, the so called, Middle East crisis. Middle Easterners, view, the crisis, from the perspective, of morality [immoral Israelis, flooding the Middle East, with propaganda, in the form of, pornography, drugs, and the likes]. Common sense talk. You also, have, a culture, of shopping, which is really, led, by common sense. You go out, and simply, shop around, looking, for something, of interest, but really, using common sense, when you do so, or face, arriving, back at home, and feeling low, and downcast [feelings of wastage]. Finally, you have, a sex based culture, which is all about, serenading others. Serenading another, is simply about, making another, feel really special [Aladdin style], or basically, making them believe, they are Gods, greatest creation [Bantu Moor style]. This culture, is also, targeted, towards the same sex, where, people, simply attempt, to kind of, put down, another, by attempting, to make them, look, larger than life.
The Lexus and the Olive Tree, was a book, by one, Thomas Friedman, which spoke of, Globalization, from an interesting, perspective; that of competition. He believed, that Globalization, was very much, a cultural issue, and that, some people, were more competitive, by nature, than others. And he proselytized really, that, these lagging others, had to make, some changes, which he attempted, to bring forth, in a television interview, with some Indians, that did not go, too well. I was kinda siding, with the Indians; the changes, that Friedman, was proposing, were too big, and not, very clear, in themselves.
You will find, generally though, that each region [continent], of the world, has people, with different, aptitudes. Knowing this, is at the basis really, of understanding, how different civilizations, really progress, and why, some, seem to be ahead, of others, but are really not; they are just, different. Each basic intelligence, per region, is often, accompanied, by a type, of, comfort culture, that seeks, to somewhat, enhance it. One should realize, that this, basic intelligence, is very much, a matter, of National Security, as it is what, the people, of a region, fall back on, when everything else, fails.
North America: Self-Esteem
In North America, the basic intelligence [aptitude], that drives, the region, is, self-esteem. Self-esteem, consists, of many variables, within it: self-confidence, self-worth, self-control, self-knowledge, and the likes. This is, the basic intelligence, that drives, North America. It is, the intelligence, that has made, North America, to be what, it is, as they, are a people, driven, to exhaustion, in seeking out, what they are, after. The most famous, example, probably, belongs with, Edison, Thomas, and one, of the better, few known examples, has him, attempting [along with others], to discover, the lightbulb. It is said, he made, almost, a thousand, genuine attempts, in discovering, the lightbulb. In other regions, of the world, most people, would have given up, by the 10th attempt. In all, as the old, American saying goes, 'You can't keep, a good man down' [G.I. Joe style]. However, this basic intelligence, needs, a comfort culture, to enhance, and protect it, as it is very much, an issue, of National Security. American soldiers, are primarily, driven, by self-esteem. In North-America, this comfort culture, consists, of three things: sex, fastfood, and 'hanging out'. 'Hanging out', is a North American phenomenon, where by, people, attempt, to mock, and 'rib' each other, in an attempt really, to lower [that of others], or raise, their self-esteem. It does, break down, into fights, with immigrants around. Fastfood, might seem, kind of, a strange thing, to mention here, but American, fastfood, is kind of, made of, vegetable oils, and not, the other, kind of oil. These oils, kind of, oil up people, and make them, somewhat fluid; in all though, what I am trying to say, is that, American fastfood [small restaurant really], enhances, peoples, self-esteem [feel good factor]. Sex, is the third, requirement, for people, in North America, seeking, self-esteem. One, that is very, important really, as sex, when done right, is known, to enhance, self-esteem, greatly. There are different, types of sex, out there, but in North America, getting laid, is important, for the mental health, of the people. Getting laid, is based on, an ancient, teenage ritual, seen, in the Roman Empire. You also have, Pity Sex, which is sex, offered, to a man, or even, a woman, beaten down, by life itself, in one way, or another.
South America: Athleticism
Athleticism, is all about, being athletic; Being athletic, is mainly about, developing, fitness. As mentioned earlier, fitness, is associated, with prayer, and concentration, and one of the reasons, you find, churches, and even mosques, all over, South America. Athleticism, as a basic intelligence, is very much, associated, with what, a certain, one, Guy Kawasaki, spoke about, in a rather, landmark book, by the name of, the Art of the Start. The Art of the Start, was very much, a motivational, kind of book, for North Americans, attempting, to teach them, how to get, started, on things. People think, its easy, getting started, on things; anything. You simply, plan it out, well, and carry it out. Thats what they believe; but reality, often holds, a different picture. A fear of failing [not failure], often exists, in many peoples minds, even when, everything, is going, right. South Americans, are really good, at this; getting things started, and carrying them out, to completion. Small examples, of how important, this intelligence is, lies in: homework [simply getting started], studying [going through to the end], dating [getting started, and end issues], waking up, seeking out resources [putting things together], and the likes. Thats kinda what, gives, South Americans, a competitive advantage, over others. This basic intelligence, is furtherly, augmented, by a comfort culture, based, on three things: Chillin', dancing, and sex [one night stands]. Chillin', is a kind, of social culture, where people, simply get together, with the main goal, of been seen, or noticed, by others. Young men, dress sporty, with muscles, kind of showing, simply, to be seen, by young women. Older men, go to trendy restaurants, simply, to be seen, by the power elite. Thats kinda what, it is, all about. In general, with chillin', one never knows, what will happen; one simply, has to be prepared [the Art of the Start]. Dancing, is another, well known, activity, in South America, and is really, about, been seen, by others, while they groove, around. South America, is the land, of a thousand, dances. From the Tango, to the Carioca, and even, the (ferocious) lambada. The whole thing, with public dance, is that one, has to dance, smoothly, without missing a step, from start to finish. Or else, face, public shame [people simply ignoring one; including bartenders]. Thirdly, you have a culture, of one night stands, and the goal, is not simply, to score [literally], but to perform, right, from start to finish, or face, public ruin. You better know, what you are doing, when you have, a, one night stand. No cold feet.
Asia: Work Ethic
In Asia, its all about, work ethic, and too much, has been said, on Asian, work ethic. Immigrants, to America, never tire, of hearing, about, Asian, work ethic. Asia though, is best divided, into East Asia, and South East Asia, and Japan. They all differ, on how, work ethic, is developed.In East Asia, work ethic, is all about, being, hardworking; working, till you drop. In South East Asia, India really, its all about, being, a good worker; being a good worker, is someone, who follows, instructions, or does, exactly, as they are told. Indians make, for better programmers, than most, and especially, Chinese people.In Japan though, its all about, being a hard and good worker. They do it all there, and people, sleeping, while standing, are often seen, in the Japanese metro. Work Ethic, is often, augmented, by a comfort culture, made up, of three things: Great food, congregating, and sex (flirting). In Asia, people work, simply, for lunch. They have great food there, that kinda, motivates, people, to finish up, what they are doing, before lunch. Food, that is healthy, and simply, motivates one. They too have, a culture, of congregating together, and simply, talking, nothing much, or what, they call, in America, 'talking jive'. 'Talking jive', is simply, talk, about, everything, and nothing, in particular. Simply, mentioning, whats going on, around, in Asia, or outside, and kind of, debating, its sanity/ethics. In Asia, they too have, a sexual culture, based on, flirting. Interesting culture, as it is made, of, blowing kisses unseen, winking, pouting lips, and even, staring. It gets, more interesting, when there are barriers, to the flirting; class differences (wealth based), regional differences, and even, friendships [falling in love, with a friends, girl].
Africa: Adaptability
Africans, have a basic intelligence, that differs, alot, from others, seen out there. In Africa, basic intelligence, is all about, adaptability. What this means, is that, Africans, are good, at adapting, to just about, any change, out there. Africa, is kind of, an unstable continent, and living there, is all about, learning, how to adapt, to all kinds, of changes. Going, or visiting really, ones regular, shop/supermarket, and finding, that the bread, has run out, is simply, one of the little examples, on African adaptability. What adaptability, has done, to Africans though, is that, it has made them, fast learners. Africans, pick up, on new things, rather easily; an African, could learn, Deutsch, in about, 4 months. Due to this, Africans, in general, tend to be, 'jack of all trades'. An African, might be a scientist, but also, very much, be running, a small hotel, or restaurant, on the side. They are however, 'jack of all trades', at the basic level [they tend to specialize, in one thing]; the small hotel, remains small, for almost, all time. The comfort culture, that goes along, with Adaptability, is rather, complicated but not, and constitutes, of three things: Delicacies, Politicizing, and sex (masturbating). Delicacies, are simply, as said, much earlier, foods, that make one, feel good; helps with dealing, with crazy changes. This component though, has been, at the core, of Africas, recent, downfall. In Africa, when political regimes, mess things up, people, don't really complain, but seek, to adapt, to the changes. Part of this, adaptation, is driven, by an addiction, to delicacies. Politicizing, is a form, of congregating, which is all about, espousing, ones, political views. People, more or less, simply, debate, all kinds, of politics; from politicians, to the fool, who blasts music, all night long. When it comes, to sex, Africans, more than others, engage, in masturbation. Africans, do not really, have, a sex culture, whereby, men and women, meet, with each other. Most men, tend to interact, with women, who are very much, family. And thats kinda what, Africa, at the local level, is all about.
Europe: Insight
Europeans, are generally, good, at one thing: Insight. Insight, is about, connecting, to other people, and somewhat, seeing them, for whom, they really are. Small examples, includes, the ability, for instance, to know, a person, from their hates. Another example, is knowing, a person, in love, with another, but pretending, not to be. Insight, has often, been used, by Europeans, to manipulate, others. At the core, of Insight, is ones voice, for the ability, to connect, to others, is all about, having, the same, or similar, voice. Europeans, more than others, have a great, voice range, and voice sounds too. They can, for instance, mimic, cats, dogs, birds, and therefore, easily, connect with them. They know, about them. North Americans, on the otherhand, kind of, diagnose [psychologically speaking], their pets. A comfort culture, associated, with this, basic intelligence, is seen, in Europe, but mostly, in the UK. It constitutes, of three things: Relating, Wines & drinks, and sex (making out). Relatings, is a kind of, congregating, or 'meetings' really, where people, espouse, their moral views. They talk about, who is evil, or not; who is having, an affair, misusing public funds, or, who is getting divorced. Its kind of, private talk, and Europeans, therefore, are not, open, to having, outsiders, with them, while they relate. There is also, a culture, of wines and drinks, amongst, Europeans, to simply help them, muse, and reason, about, other people, and why, they are all, so crazy. Finally, you have a culture, based on, making out, which has in it, a forbidden, aspect, to it all. A woman, gets married, or finds a boyfriend, and on the next day, falls in love, with another. It is Europeans, who fear, getting, into relationships, due to a fear, of not meeting, the right one. Making out, really, helps people, have an insight, into themselves, and their motives.
Middle East: Common Sense
Middle Easterners, have something, as a basic intelligence, that most of the world, lacks today. Common sense, or as some call it, 'being sharp'. 'Being sharp' or having, common sense, is all about, finding, the shortest, most efficient, and reasonable, solution, to just about, anything. This very much, includes, knowing,how ones actions, will affect, others, and even, the environment, out there. Its really, an intelligence, that developed, in a world, with scarce resources [scarce resources, should not be confused, with few resources]. This basic intelligence, of common sense, is accompanied, by a comfort culture, based on, three things: Philosophic talk, shopping, and sex (serenading). Philosophic talk, is all about, having talks, that are religious, in nature, and targeted, towards, problem solving, of all kinds. Could be a relationship, a job dispute, or even largely, the so called, Middle East crisis. Middle Easterners, view, the crisis, from the perspective, of morality [immoral Israelis, flooding the Middle East, with propaganda, in the form of, pornography, drugs, and the likes]. Common sense talk. You also, have, a culture, of shopping, which is really, led, by common sense. You go out, and simply, shop around, looking, for something, of interest, but really, using common sense, when you do so, or face, arriving, back at home, and feeling low, and downcast [feelings of wastage]. Finally, you have, a sex based culture, which is all about, serenading others. Serenading another, is simply about, making another, feel really special [Aladdin style], or basically, making them believe, they are Gods, greatest creation [Bantu Moor style]. This culture, is also, targeted, towards the same sex, where, people, simply attempt, to kind of, put down, another, by attempting, to make them, look, larger than life.
