Tuesday 28 July 2009

Copycats - downfall of a civilization



One factor that can lead to the downfall of a civilization/society/empire/nature, is the lack of creativity.

When people cease to contemplate the old ways that were created to suit the old times, and continually apply old ways in changing times, leading to the gradual but definite and unnoticeable degradation of a society.

Art is vital. Creativity is fundamental for survival.

Even cavemen and hunter-gatherers don't rigidly adhere to the old ways, but rather, they apply the experienced, tried and tested methods flexibly to their environment at their point of existence. They adapt creatively. Those who don't, usually die.

Creativity is not stereotypically all about glitz and glamour.

Think.