“ In recent years the tide has swung dramatically against such a bleak view of human nature, however. Researchers are increasingly coming to understand that people are also “programmed” to care about others. A recent contribution to this theme comes from neuroscientist Ernst Fehr at the University of Zurich and colleagues. In a study, the researchers explored a particular type of unselfishness known as inequality aversion ”
http://www.sciam.com/article.cfm?id=why-children-like-to-share
“ Pride in workmanship: Everyone takes pride in their work and the customers they serve. Many taxi drivers have white glove service, and I noticed idling taxi drivers polishing their vehicle while waiting for next fare. A far cry from NY cabbies. Also, they will open and close the door for you using a remote lever –so dont open or close taxi doors, it’s frowned upon. Tipping not required yet service high: Tipping isn’t part of Asian culture, in fact, it could be seen as insulting. Despite this, service was extremely high from taxis fast food, to hotel staff. If the weather was bad, expect apologies from Japanese, a most polite and considerate culture. I question why I feel forced to tip at American restaurants for mediocre or even sub-standard service. ”
Cultural and Social Media Observations From Japan
“ Love doesn’t just sit there, like a stone; it has to be made, like bread, remade all the time, made new. ”
Ursula K. LeGuin quotes
“ The unread story is not a story; it is little black marks on wood pulp. The reader, reading it, makes it live: a live thing, a story. ”
Ursula K. Le Guin Quotes
