Could you expand on this a bit? How does one become truly independent in this world? Or better yet how do you define independence?
I find that human needs are best prioritized according to . Most of the needs in one layer need to be taken care of before we can start to tackle the needs in the higher layers. The most essential layer, the bottom layer, is the physiological needs -- food, water, air, shelter, sleep, clothing, sex, etc. The more that people can satisfy these needs without relying on others, the more control they have of themselves, and the less power others will have over them.
How does one become more independent in these areas? At the very least, learn learn learn. Know your food and understand the effects each food has on your health & mental state. Know your breathing techniques. Know the material properties of the clothes you wear. Know how to maintain a house. Etc. Armed with knowledge, people can then take action in these areas.
Good shit, I was thinking about Maslow as a matter of fact after reading some of the responses here. Interesting take on how not relying on others as we move up the hierarchy as it relates to true independence.
The dependency on others is an inherent security risk. Smart people only establish dependencies on others if they can mitigate that risk. For example, banks won't loan you money if you have a history of not paying back loans. I believe we all recognize this trade-off in many places, but not enough. How many "high IQ" people still upload their life events to fraudbook or twatter and then act shocked when people are blocked? Even getting used to buying all your food at a grocery store is risky. Efficient, but still risky.
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