I am grateful for the Einer’s of this world, bridging East and West and helping make the world better for future generations, both in the East and in the West.
I hope the nightmare going on in the West will fade away quickly and the West will once again become a civilisation that we once had good reason to admire.
I have confidence the West will find itself again, but may first need to endure its own kind of Century of Humiliation. I wish it were otherwise, but the complacency, hubris and cultural chauvinism runs very deep indeed.
Unfortunately humiliation isn't a cure, it harms individuals, and can lead to a desire for revenge.
It might be better to consider creating and working within value systems that have a more universal appeal, for example: the desire by the vast majority of people for peace, prosperity, and appreciation.
It’s so heartening to see someone of your stature speak with such humility and deep appreciation for the everyday heroes around us. Thank you for sharing these reflections—truly inspiring and grounding.
That’s such a thoughtful reflection, Mr. Tangen. Your words are a powerful reminder not to take what we have for granted and to stay mindful of the legacy we’re leaving behind.
For those of us (or at least some of us) living in the decadent West, it is definitely a challenge these days to maintain our sanity and our faith in humanity. It means constantly striving for a healthy balance between keeping up with what is happening in the world around us, and appreciating the simple pleasures of daily life. We can and must survive.
I am grateful for the Einer’s of this world, bridging East and West and helping make the world better for future generations, both in the East and in the West.
I hope the nightmare going on in the West will fade away quickly and the West will once again become a civilisation that we once had good reason to admire.
I have confidence the West will find itself again, but may first need to endure its own kind of Century of Humiliation. I wish it were otherwise, but the complacency, hubris and cultural chauvinism runs very deep indeed.
Unfortunately humiliation isn't a cure, it harms individuals, and can lead to a desire for revenge.
It might be better to consider creating and working within value systems that have a more universal appeal, for example: the desire by the vast majority of people for peace, prosperity, and appreciation.
I have to admit it: I envy you! What a beautiful note (even though the word “beautiful” nowadays reminds us of a not beautiful mind/person 🙃).
It’s so heartening to see someone of your stature speak with such humility and deep appreciation for the everyday heroes around us. Thank you for sharing these reflections—truly inspiring and grounding.
Thank you.
When I see what my generation had and squandered, I am humbled by how lucky we have been.
That’s such a thoughtful reflection, Mr. Tangen. Your words are a powerful reminder not to take what we have for granted and to stay mindful of the legacy we’re leaving behind.
For those of us (or at least some of us) living in the decadent West, it is definitely a challenge these days to maintain our sanity and our faith in humanity. It means constantly striving for a healthy balance between keeping up with what is happening in the world around us, and appreciating the simple pleasures of daily life. We can and must survive.