Usury

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A throw-away society is one in which people discard things, ideas, and relationships that are no longer of use or value to them. This can be seen in the way people tend to buy new items rather than repair or repurpose old ones, how they often switch jobs or move to new locations in search of better opportunities, and in how they tend to move on quickly from relationships that no longer meet their needs. Throw-away societies value convenience and immediate gratification over longevity and sustainability. (oa)

“Sometimes people throw away something good for something better, only to find out later that good was actually good enough and better never even came close.”

Susan Gale

And then there is the emotional and psychological toll that this kind of behavior can take on individuals. Living in a throw-away society can lead to feelings of insecurity, of never being good enough, and of constantly having to prove oneself in order to earn one’s place. It can also lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation as people become disconnected from others, feeling that no one is really there for them or that no relationship is really worth investing in. (oa)

AI Created: Artificial Intelligence talking about Usury.

Me: Does usury cause a throw-away society. In materialistic things, in houses, jobs, and even in relationships?

ChatGPT (jan23):

Usury, or the practice of lending money at excessively high rates of interest, can contribute to the creation of a “throw-away society,” in which certain things, such as houses, jobs, and relationships, are considered disposable and easily replaceable.

The burden of high-interest loans can make it difficult for individuals and families to maintain stable housing, as they may be unable to keep up with mortgage or rent payments. This can lead to increased rates of foreclosures and evictions, creating a cycle of instability and insecurity in housing.

Similarly, high-interest loans can make it difficult for individuals to maintain stable employment, as they may be forced to take on multiple jobs or work longer hours to repay their debts. This can lead to a lack of job security and a lack of time for other important aspects of life such as family and relationships.

Additionally, high-interest loans can lead to a concentration of wealth among a small group of people, which can contribute to increased social and economic inequality. This can lead to a lack of opportunities for the majority of the population and can create a society in which people are seen as disposable and easily replaced.

It’s important to note that usury alone doesn’t create a throw-away society, it’s a combination of factors such as the economic system, social values, and cultural norms that can contribute to it.

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Extra:

• Disposable Culture
• Fast Fashion
• Single-Use Plastics

Wikipedia:

• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disposable_product
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Throw-away_society
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Society

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Books:

1. “The Story of Stuff: How Our Obsession with Stuff Is Trashing the Planet, Our Communities, and Our Health—and a Vision for Change” by Annie Leonard (2010)
2. “Waste: Uncovering the Global Food Scandal” by Tristram Stuart (2009)
3. “Overdressed: The Shockingly High Cost of Cheap Fashion” by Elizabeth L. Cline (2012)
4. “No Logo: Taking Aim at the Brand Bullies” by Naomi Klein (1999)
5. “The High Price of Materialism” by Tim Kasser (2002)

Documentaries:

1. “The True Cost” (2015)
2. “Plastic Paradise: The Great Pacific Garbage Patch” (2013)
3. “Bag It” (2010)
4. “Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things” (2016)
5. “Tapped” (2009)

Movies:

1. “WALL-E” (2008)
2. “Fight Club” (1999)
3. “The Matrix” (1999)
4. “American Beauty” (1999)
5. “The Truman Show” (1998)

Series:

1. “Black Mirror” (2011-2019)
2. “The Good Place” (2016-2020)
3. “Mad Men” (2007-2015)
4. “Breaking Bad” (2008-2013)
5. “Westworld” (2016-present)

Songs:

1. “Big Yellow Taxi” by Joni Mitchell
2. “Material Girl” by Madonna
3. “Disposable Heroes” by Metallica
4. “Can’t Buy Me Love” by The Beatles
5. “Mad World” by Gary Jules

Artworks:

1. “Kapitalistischer Realismus” by Gerhard Richter
2. “The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living” by Damien Hirst
3. “1962-D 14” by Jasper Johns
4. “Mona Lisa with Shopping Cart” by Banksy
5. “The Smiling Face” by Roy Lichtenstein

Podcasts:

1. “The Slow Home Podcast” by Brooke McAlary
2. “Sustainababble” by Dave Powell and Ollie Hayes
3. “The Minimalists Podcast” by Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus
4. “The Anthropocene Reviewed” by John Green
5. “Conscious Chatter” by Kestrel Jenkins

Purpose: to create an app and/or interactive book

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