Take Culture: (noun) 1. A socio-economic mentality prevalent in some lower-income communities, characterized by the exploitation and appropriation of resources through manipulation, intimidation, and disregard for laws or social norms. This behaviour is often learned and perpetuated within families and social circles, creating a sense of normalized deviance. 2. A subculture driven by the cynical belief that societal systems are rigged against them, leading to a distrust of authority and a justification for prioritizing resource acquisition at the expense of others. This can manifest in acts like shoplifting, welfare fraud, and even violent crime. 3. A significant contributor to societal tension and distrust, particularly between lower-income and higher-income groups. The perception of "takers" exploiting "makers" fuels resentment and fuels social division.
Key characteristics:
- While not exclusive, "take culture" is often concentrated in communities with limited opportunities and resources, creating a cycle of deprivation and justifying harmful behaviour.
- Children raised in environments where "taking" is normalised are more likely to adopt these behaviours, perpetuating the cycle.
- Individuals within "take culture" often view welfare and legal frameworks as exploitative, further legitimising their actions in their own minds.
- Beyond direct acts of "taking," this mentality can erode social cohesion, hamper economic growth, and create a climate of fear and distrust.
Key characteristics:
- While not exclusive, "take culture" is often concentrated in communities with limited opportunities and resources, creating a cycle of deprivation and justifying harmful behaviour.
- Children raised in environments where "taking" is normalised are more likely to adopt these behaviours, perpetuating the cycle.
- Individuals within "take culture" often view welfare and legal frameworks as exploitative, further legitimising their actions in their own minds.
- Beyond direct acts of "taking," this mentality can erode social cohesion, hamper economic growth, and create a climate of fear and distrust.
"The rise of 'take culture' in the neighbourhood meant shoplifting and petty theft became almost routine, leaving shopkeepers feeling helpless and the community on edge."
"Growing up in a gang-infested area, Miguel saw 'take culture' everywhere: bullying, graffiti, and theft viewed as normal ways to get ahead. Breaking free from that mindset was his biggest challenge."
"Growing up in a gang-infested area, Miguel saw 'take culture' everywhere: bullying, graffiti, and theft viewed as normal ways to get ahead. Breaking free from that mindset was his biggest challenge."
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Get the lil culturemug. Mold Culture, The : Noun.
Describes a horde of People which are close to each other.
They are all totally awesome and amazing people, precious cinnamon rolls, to pure for this world. They all deserve a big hug for being great human (??!) beings.
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Other memebers of the mold culture include: A kitten, a wolf, a goatmom, a bun, a red panda, a sparrow, an elephant, a griffon, a gecko, a sheep and a manumanu.
Synomyms: Clique, Band, Gang , Avengers
Describes a horde of People which are close to each other.
They are all totally awesome and amazing people, precious cinnamon rolls, to pure for this world. They all deserve a big hug for being great human (??!) beings.
Crazy, loving nerds with so many talents.
Seriously, they are all to talented.
"Meeting the mold culture was a really great experince and they were all so friendly!"
Other memebers of the mold culture include: A kitten, a wolf, a goatmom, a bun, a red panda, a sparrow, an elephant, a griffon, a gecko, a sheep and a manumanu.
Synomyms: Clique, Band, Gang , Avengers
by TheSecretPanda August 12, 2015
Get the mold culturemug. Behavioral and Pattern Recognition of groups of people; applies to any group even beyond race encompassing countries and culture.
"That large group of TEENS with masks on running into that jewelry store are about to ruin society and endanger everyone." "Wow Tom, you're amazingly CULTURALLY INFORMED. We should leave immediately"
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Get the Culturally informedmug. When someone, usually a hipster at a food truck or a barista changes their greeting to one that they think sounds more culturally relative to the customer.
White guy steps up to the counter
White Server: "Hello sir how can I help you?"
Black guy steps up.
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Black guy: "Don't culture comfort me, treat me with the respect and dignity I deserve"
White Server: "Hello sir how can I help you?"
Black guy steps up.
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Get the culture comfortmug. person: I'm currently watching high school dxd
other person: Ah, I see you're a man of culture as well.
other person: Ah, I see you're a man of culture as well.
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