We know the name of the philosopher of capitalism, Adam Smith. We also know the name of the philosopher of Marxism, Karl Marx. So, quick: What is the name of the philosopher of fascism? Yes, exactly. You don't know. Giovanni Gentile, a lifelong socialist, who may be termed fascism's Karl Marx.

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[–][deleted] 3 insightful - 2 fun3 insightful - 1 fun4 insightful - 2 fun -  (4 children)

This is the first time I've heard of this "la chancla" but it was worth it for the chuckle lol.

But yeah, its like no King or country ever adopts a smilie face flag of happiness. And then people probably wonder why the citizenry are a bunch of miserable cunts and their societies keep failing lol.

Maybe it starts with what you represent yourself as? :P

[–]magnora7 2 insightful - 2 fun2 insightful - 1 fun3 insightful - 2 fun -  (3 children)

Yes from what I understand, every Mexican person knows la chancla, lol.

Good point with the smile on a flag. I guess rulers and kingdoms don't want to appear weak, and happiness is weakness if you're in a predatory environment (like countries and kingdoms trying to conquer each other, and also internal coups).

The thing about power is, the more of it you have the more people there are nipping at your heels to try and get a piece. Which ends up creating defensiveness.

[–][deleted] 2 insightful - 2 fun2 insightful - 1 fun3 insightful - 2 fun -  (2 children)

Yep, that has become the self fulfilling thought process in favor of overt seriousness. But if you wanted to break that repetitive chain of misery, then a form of divergence may need to take place in the form of representation for better tactical disposition. An illustration that also speaks better to the creative side of the citizenry.

Also happiness isn't always a form of weakness, there are bolder variations of it like with trolling or coping in a difficult situation- i.e. laughing in the face of danger as adaptability. A splash of goofiness in your banner, could serve as a reminder to keep things fresh and/or goofy; and may actually make an organization stronger or better qualified to deal with serious challenges in a more creative adaptable way in the long term. Just a bold idea, nothing serious and I could very well be wrong. :P

[–]magnora7 3 insightful - 2 fun3 insightful - 1 fun4 insightful - 2 fun -  (1 child)

Interesting thoughts. Reminds me of the quote "In a society always trying to sell you something, being content is the greatest rebellion."

[–][deleted] 3 insightful - 2 fun3 insightful - 1 fun4 insightful - 2 fun -  (0 children)

No doubt! And I have another quote that I want to add:

"Humor and goofy behavior might be the happy expression of free souls, while the opposite of anger and somberness; an unhappy expression of the oppressed. Those that are tyrants and oppress themselves, may not be able to laugh much; while those that don't or choose, can laugh free all day."

Never underestimate the power of humor and optimism, as corny as it sounds. It has the power to shake up the old and provide opportunity to the new for renewal. And there is still much awaiting discovery...