I would like everyone to know that our peer, Mike Ramunio, made an excellent point by noting in his initial response that deviant behavior does not generally involve only bad/negative concepts. I recall Clinard and Meier (2011) discussing that that deviance can include highly valued differences, as in the cases of the genius and the exceptional child (p. 6). Although being exceptionally smart is a positive thing, it can goes against the cultural norms, so one could argue that it could be considered deviant. I agree with you that hoarding is a psychological disorder and is an immense inconvenience to someone’s life.
Material possessions have a huge place in society. I feel that this is the main similarity between Chris’ life and my own. Author Jon Krakauer says about Chris, “At long last he was unencumbered, emancipated from the stifling world of his parents and peers, a world of abstraction and security and material excess. . .” (Krakauer 14). Chris realized that what you have and if people accept you does not define you.
As I read Federalist 10 pgs. 156-158 we learned that Madison made sure everyone knew his view and perspective on owning property. He argued that between man and natures God life is built on morals and equality between men and must not be abused. The main idea of property is tied to the individuality, equality, protection of life and for all peoples, and for the moral and ethical standards that we strongly hold essential to a way of life that is pleasing to God, and freedoms to pursue moral and religious duties owed to God and neighbor. The Government is made to solely protect the people from dangers.
Kaylin Konobeck The Federalist, also known as The Federalist Papers, are a series of eighty-five documents written by John Jay, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton. These documents were written and displayed in various newspapers in an effort to get voters to formally accept the United States Constitution. The Federalist was eventually published in a book in 1788. The purpose of the ratification of the United States Constitution was to ultimately replace the failed Articles of Confederation. There was a large amount of controversy surrounding the documents and the principles that the constitution held.
In today’s world people often value material things such as phones, clothes, and things of that nature. However they can become so attached to that item and to a certain degree that product now owns the owner or it just may hinder relationships that the owner may have with love ones. In Book 2 chapter 10 vs. 8 reads “Next, know that you are a brother. This role also calls for deference, respect and civility. Never get into family fights over material things; give them up willingly and your moral standing will increase in proportion.”
The meaning behind acceptable ownership and how these goods can further the track to higher social class is furthered discussed in chapter ten, The Modern Survivals of Prowess. The reason to purchase desired leisure accessories all belongs in the support for sporting in society, also displaying the predatory characteristic mentioned previously. Veblen's theory affirms, "... the spiritual traits which go with athletic sports are likewise economically advantageous to the individual, as contradistinguished from the interests of the collectively" (Veblen 160). Throughout the two chapters Veblen also states his theory is not fit for every situation in every society, but to be taken as a generalization.
Instead, want and appreciate what one has, this is closely related to self-worth. This practice would be the complete opposite of the first method. A person never realizes all the simple things they have as simple as loved ones and end up taking everything they have for granted. Those who obtain more tend to have more problems as they depend on their security and peace from material possessions. Unlike someone who is affectionate and has compassion doesn’t need objects to know they can live without the luxuries in life and appreciate what they do have.
Arthur Schopenhauer, a famous German philosopher once said “Only loss can teaches us about the value of things. In life the physical objects we hold most often gain value once something,or someone attached to is lost. Although it would be logical to sell the piano for money, it was important, because of its sentimental value. Berniece uses logos to explain why Boy Willie taking the piano would be bad for him. In Piano Lesson, Berniece does not want Boy Willie to take the piano because it would not be right ethically.
With the use of manipulation of sentences, Forster makes it clear that owning a property can not always be so good. By mentioning “In the first place it makes me feel heavy….”(Forster 11-12). Forster gives meaning to his sentences as well as brings importance to Materialism. It is important because the author mentions how much he hates the property, how it is rather seen as a burden and responsibility, and how greediness and having possession of certain items can have complete power over someone for the wrong reasons.
¨Nature never became a toy to a wise spirit¨, as Ralph Waldo Emerson once said. In the 1800’s he went to live in the woods and was deeply humbled by the experience. Even today we can still learn from Emerson 's wisdom. Some of the lessons that Ralph Waldo Emerson shared remain relevant today. These concepts are that everything has value and should be treated that way.
Unlike Aristotle, Plato argues that owning objects can cause harm to a person’s character. Nowadays, in today’s society, image is everything and social classes are based on how much you own and identity is based on image. At the end of the day, object’s can be taken away from you, and can be harmful when someone becomes too interested in what others think and try to keep up the image that is created by others. As for Aristotle, tangible items have the ability to help develop character. This could go for people who have more of a religious faith.
Objects, things and even places become precious as a way to hold on to identity that has been there for quite some
God makes man His co-worker in administering all aspects of our life. The apostle Paul explains it best by saying, “For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, God’s building” (1 Corinthians 3:9). Starting with this concept, I am then able to accurately view and correctly value not only my possessions but, more importantly, human life itself. In principle, stewardship defines my purpose in this world as assigned to me by God Himself. It is
For me, my dogs changed it by showing me how to care for them. They also taught me how to understand them and how to love them even when they’re annoying and clingy. Having a dog teaches us patience, commitment, and selflessness. Caring for a dog takes a lot of responsibility and commitment. We also learn to be less focused on ourselves and be more patient, as pets can sometimes test our patience.
Slavery had a great effect not only on Ancient Greece, some saying slaves were the necessity to build the civilization entirely, but also had an effect on other countries throughout history obtaining slavery. Greek slavery has contributed a variety of scholarly debate, precisely regarding Aristotle’s viewpoint on his theory of slavery being natural. The theory of natural slavery has produced questions of whether or not Aristotle has contradicted himself making his evidence uncertain. This essay will be examining and analysing the evidence that Aristotle provides in regards to his theory of natural slavery. It will be questioning if he produces a straightforward view regarding his beliefs of natural slaves and the abilities they possess.
