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Modern life melt down

I have recently been pondering the high-paced way of life most of us now lead. Even our youngsters are propelled into breakfast clubs, after-school clubs and the like as soon as possible so that their parents can work longer hours in the pursuit of a comfortable lifestyle.

While this is clearly commendable, it also raises the concern that family time is becoming less important on the agenda and financial and material matters are taking over.

Our environment continues to suffer as we race to attain our expectations and fulfill our goals. Yes, our children may have the latest gadgets and trainers but they have less interaction with their parents and we continue to do damage to the Earth they will one day inherit. Is this our only legacy to the future generations?

Are we caught in a trap of working harder, fitting in more and owning more possessions? At what long-term cost? And how to we break the cycle?

I'd love to hear your thoughts,

Gary

posted by Gary Streeter M.P. on Wednesday, May 30, 2007