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In the light of our culture, these are not unreasonable questions and tactics, but if once again, we try to see the lens
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"In the light of our culture, these are not unreasonable questions and tactics, but if once again, we try to see the lens through which we look, we can see that there is far too great an emphasis placed on the future"

- Alan Dundes

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This quote by Alan Dundes speaks with the idea that our culture positions too much focus on the future. We typically ask concerns and act that are based upon what we believe will occur in the future, rather than focusing on the present. This can cause a lack of appreciation for today moment and can trigger us to lose out on chances that are available to us right now. Dundes is recommending that we need to take an action back and take a look at our culture through a different lens, one that emphasizes today and the significance of living in the minute. By doing this, we can gain a much better understanding of our current situation and make choices that are based on what is happening today, rather than what might happen in the future.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Alan Dundes between September 8, 1935 and March 30, 2005. He/she was a famous Educator from USA. The author also have 18 other quotes.

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