Life is only one for a person. And it doesn’t matter which path they choose to satisfy their own needs. This should always be remembered. There is an interesting theory called “crab mentality.” Its essence lies in the behavior of arthropods gathered in a bucket of water. It’s easy for one crab to escape. But their peers, grabbing onto the brother, pull the crab back.
Crab Mentality: Interpretation
The theory perfectly reflects the reaction of the surrounding world focused on one individual. For example, you try to quit smoking – friends shout that it’s impossible. You decide to invest in stocks – relatives assure you it’s a scam. Whatever you touch – there will be people confidently claiming that the project cannot be realized.
The key rule here is – “the less you know, the better you sleep.” It’s better not to announce your plans publicly. Want to buy stocks? Go ahead! Yes, there is a risk. But for each person, it’s an invaluable experience. Better to try and get burned than to spend your whole life blaming yourself for lack of results.
There is a wonderful book by Richard Bach, “Jonathan Livingston Seagull,” in audio version. It demonstrates the ability for self-development. Although the book is about a seagull, listeners will find food for thought.
It doesn’t matter what friends, colleagues, or relatives think. Every person has their own picture of the world. Crab mentality proves that the entire surrounding world lives by herd reflexes.
If you want to improve something in your life, you should not consult or ask for help from others. You need to be a scout – act silently and get the result. That’s exactly what businessmen around the world do. Either you have backbone or you don’t.
