Is it that it is scarier? Or are people just taking more chances? Or is there really a difference somehow? Thoughts?
121947
I don't know about 15 years ago, since I was still married then, but I am single now, and it is VERY VERY scary. People think nothing of lying about themselves, pretending they are single, or having scary diseases that you may want to avoid. They think all is fair in love and war and internet dating.
349011
If we dont pull our fingers out and start doing the right thing surviving will be a definate struggle, I mean it is a struggle already for many people of the World.\nIt seems we are spiralling down the road of destruction but we can make a difference to change that.\nIt starts with us all.
668894
UHHHH gut wrenching!!! Imagine if you do get in...it will be worse...but it is worth to try it out and get over it!@Get in the party and experience the worst!!!
133481
This is likely more a conscious/subconscious effect than anything really scary.  When we decide we "want" to do something, our conscious mind is not usually the instigator of it.  The great majority of what we do is either totally unknown to our conscious mind (like scratching, or shifting in our seat) or vaguely associate (like what part of a meal to eat next).  We rarely plan exactly what our next motion is consciously-and even when we do specifically think "I'm going to do *that*" we dont think about the exact way we will do it. Those studies addressed the poorly understood motivational parts of our mind, which likely make these choices prior to telling the "conscious" parts of our mind what the primary goal is.
403409
humans are afraid man, thats why they have hope in this stuff
194169
it all depends on perception to see if things are changing for the better.  there are so many changes all the time you could choose to see the good or the bad.  the thing you mentioned are mainly cultural evolutions which are bound to take longer as they are dependant on the collective.  it becomes a generational thing.  i have to say your views are very focused on some points which i think are not as widespread as you think.  \nsome women probably can't speak to their husbands about how they are raising their children wrong,  but who says the children are being raised wrong? how many women can tell their husbands? how many husbands can tell their wives?\nmost of the problems you highlight are fears and how ever much we progress will not be able to get rid of fear.  fear is as good as it is bad.  it protects us, helps us understand ourselves.  but it also holds us back, inhibits our experience.  \nits all about perception!!!!
439028
I should think that I would rather go out in a blaze of glory, than die whimpering for my life. Life is 100% fatal. I think I would prefer to die fighting back than embarrassing myself and my loved ones by crying just before I met my demise.\n\nThis mentally of today, that glorifies victim hood, escapes me. If creeps knew that they would probably die trying to hurt the innocent, they may look for new employment elsewhere.\n\nIn the UK (and NYC and Oz, I am afraid) where fighting back is discouraged, defeats me. It is no wonder the slime (with tacit approval of the government through unilaterally disarming the populace) has taken over. Bad guys love a "victim". Don't give them what they want.
318731
Yes, it is something that worries a lot of people I am sure.\n\nThe sad fact of the matter is that humans are naturally aggressive creatures. Our society is formed round the notion of the alpha male, or more specifically, the alpha 'country', this can be seen clearly from examples in history, mankind has always sought to gain more and more territory and kill more and more people. \n\nOf course, now the situation worsens, as you mentioned, we now have nuclear war heads to worry about. \n\nThe only thing you can do, and all of us can do, is make it obvious that this is not acceptable behaviour, and that caring and loving people around you is a far more effective way of living in the world. Keep the message alive, and don't fear, us peace loving people may yet save the day!
459524
The more the better!!!  Trust me, it would be worse to be the other way around!  Have fun!
279805
Could be fear of it if not true. It is hard to believe that dosn't exist anyhow.
642825
no my dear, your fear is perfectly natural. Fear as element given to us to keep us on the safe side when there is danger. But we as human need to have our fear balance. we ought to know that in life there are times we have to step out in hope for the better.
152524
it depends on the circumstances. And sadly both options will possibly have a bad outcome along with a good one. But sometimes its worth it.
600243
the first one,coz we should take some daring risks anyhow we HAVE to die once in our life.so why not now.we should not be afraid of anything even death!\n\nby the way u r a creative and good dreamer
671476
PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE. yah! because when we starrted a task , we are not intersted to talk about the -ve sides( ex: if this company losses ),, at this time we are powerloss\n,if we are not securied our self,,,<<< EXAMPLE: you may thing the insurance for car is wait because we hope our driving,, but the word unfortunatly is the point should be considered >>
314728
It is unfortunate but it is a sign of the times we live in. Countries are trying to be protective and they blaket many for the sins of a few.  The best advise is possibly to keep trying and don't give up hope.  \n\nGood Luck.
89511
I think it is because they are scared to face possible rejection. It is easier to accept it on a piece of paper than from someone saying it to their face. Try putting your self in their position.
605197
I don't know if it's statistically worse than before - it's just publicized more.  I still believe in random acts of kindness; I realize that going 60 in a residential neighborhood is only going to save me 30 seconds; I smile when people pass me by.  Some would think it makes me naive - I think it makes less jaded.  : )