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Originally Posted by Tachion
snip...Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness...snip
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That's what I would have said. The 'American Dream' changes with the times and desires of the generations. I think my (I'm 31) generation is much more driven to aquire stuff, especially electronic stuff. This results in so many being in debt over their heads and using credit cards so much. Our parents generation were driven by success - ex. the influx of women into the general workforce. The generation before them (my grandparents, who are nearing 90) wanted stability and financial security. We respond to our parents outlook and the way we are brought up to determine what our picture of 'American Dream' is made of. But in the end it's all about living, being free to live how you want to, and being able to pursue Happiness. I think it's important to note that it's not BEING happy that is the American Dream but the pursuit thereof.
I am personally working on being, not pursuing. It's harder than one might think.
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