BRAINWASHED - Culture 01: Tragedy of Culture – Georg Simmel (2)

BRAINWASHED - Culture 01

Tragedy of Culture – Georg Simmel (2)

     Culture makes us happy. Civilization makes our lives worthy and valuable. At least, a creator aims to create more joy for life all the time.

     However, Georg Simmel (1858–1918) points out the tension between “objective culture” and “subjective culture” in modern society.

     The vast accumulation of products, technology, and knowledge produced by society grows too large and too complex, and overwhelms the ability of individuals to internalize and utilize these developments for our own self-development. 

BRAINWASHED - Dystopia 02: The Mathematical Romance – “Flatland” [Related Post]

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The Mathematical Romance – “Flatland” [Related Post]

“Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions” (Remastered & Illustrated) (1884) by Edwin Abbott

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     The BEST and ONLY mathematical romance ever. But also a comical and poignantly cynical critique of Victorian society. “Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions” (1884) by Edwin Abbott also challenges our narrow fixed ideas and prejudices through various dimensions.

BRAINWASHED - Mode 01: Philosophy of Fashion - Georg Simmel (1) [Related Post]

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Philosophy of Fashion - Georg Simmel (1) [Related Post]

     Georg Simmel (1858–1918) defines ‘fashion’ as a social form balancing the tension between individual differentiation and social imitation. It acts as a non-cumulative change mechanism, allowing individuals to conform to a group while distinguishing themselves from others. 

     Through fashion, you can belong to a society, and at the same time, express your unique personality.