[Paul]

The thought has occurred to me that perhaps things like addictions (and criminal tendencies???) might partly arise from the unconscious sense of being unable to control one's own life and feeling like a victim to whatever the wind blows by you.

In context of this discussion, I wonder if to at least some degree criminals are created by growing up in a chaotic atmosphere where they feel they have no control over their lives and destinies. Thus, cities which have greater respect for Individual Rights foster individuals with a greater sense of self-esteem and thus communities less prone to crime.

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This is called HOPE. Take it away or limit it and bad things follow.

-PW