So I know we all have a certain perspective of a country or culture, lions in Africa, junk food in America, tea in England and I can go on. And it is not always the wrong impression. I had a certain impression of South Korea before a came.
I always thought of the Koreans as a respectable society. Their discipline in whatever they do is astonishing, their sense of perfection in the smallest detail is admirable, their education system to the point of extreme and the gentle bow to greet, makes you feel more welcome than any HI or HALLO will ever be able to do in a western society. They are remarkable people, who, officially still at war, dedicate their lives to their families, culture and religion.
But now the dedication has sifted. Westernization is the main goal as far as I am concerned.
So I sit and wonder, if the consequences of such change have been taken into account.
IS WESTERN BETTER?
They are bring up a generation of McDonalds, Kpop and Male Louis Vuitton handbag fans. Of men with with tights and girls in coffee shops (no offence if you do enjoy any of the previously mentioned.) As westernization starts to filter even into the smaller regions of the country I cannot but wonder if the change is worth it. Where is the bowing? The two hand greet? The utter dedication to the perfection of a single rice crop?
Do not get me wrong, 'n am an optimist, and fully believe in change. But to what extend?
Is the live of a business man in Seoul so much more complete than the peaceful farmer with his donkey?
