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In these developing countries new social strata and occupational groups have
emerged. Modernity also initiated ‘new’ social movements, which put forward their
competing demands. As a result of these processes there have come into existence
complex patterns of asymmetrical life chances, both within nation-states and
between them.
Modernity is loneliness, competition and dissatisfaction
It must be mentioned here that modernity emphasizes on individualism.
Though there is crowd and cosmopolitan city life, the individual always finds
himself lonely. He is isolated and alienated from the masses of people. He
lives a very hectic life, always coming from house to market, office or
workplace. This has landed him into mental stress. In the western countries,
the wide prevalence of tension and strain is due to modern hectic life.
Modernity is latest
The individual does not go by the dictates of societal traditions. His choice of
consumer articles, therefore, becomes his personal choice. Emphasis on personal
life and on the spheres of intimacy has weakened the boundaries between the public
and private. Nevertheless, this greater cultural pluralism and individuation has been
accompanied by a growth of organizations from hospitals to schools seeking greater
regulation and surveillance of social life.
3. Draw or present a picture of someone that best represent yourself and made
a big impact in your life. Make a brief explanation of why you chose that
person.
For me, the best picture that I present to describe myself and
made me a big impact in my life is the ferries wheel. My life is like a
ferries wheel because sometimes my life will go down or up in other
words I failed or succeeded in every challenges that I encounter in my
life but I still continue my journey for my family’s dream and my future. I
can be humorous to make people laugh or enjoy just like ferries wheel.
Happiness in our life depends upon how we think, it depends on quality
of our thoughts, be happy and positive thoughts.
Always end the day with a positive thought, no matter how hard
things were. Tomorrow’s a fresh opportunity to make it better.