Consumed

So, we're reading Consumed by Benjamin Barber.  It's a good critique of American Consumerism.  In the first few pages, we're reminded that today’s culture behaves on backwards principles.  Expectations are contrary to action.  We expect:

• Age without degradation.
• Sex without reproduction.
• Dress without formality.
• Age without wisdom, humility or dignity.
• Certainty without doubt.
• Consumption without end.

So, how does this play with being green?  Do we expect results without actions?  Major results from minor steps?  Profit from philanthropy? Diversity from mass marketing?

Comments

[Shane]

Wow. I've never thought of it in that manner but what a powerful idea. Thanks for sharing.