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."
by UnderwaterFlying December 27, 2023
Get the take culturemug. by Swiffer_jet June 22, 2024
Get the take that back and put it where you stick itmug. On the morning after Taylor and Carl's acrimonious break-up, Taylor felt terrible for her downright venomous attitude towards Carl and hoped that he didn't take it to heart. But alas, he did; that morning, he was found dead in an apparent suicide.
by Ubeenbamboozledson August 13, 2021
Get the Take it to Heartmug. by Brilliantlyboring February 25, 2019
Get the Triple Takemug. Meaning if it is easy and accessible to try and fix your own things, or DIYing a solution before going to (if at all) professional assistance. Typically because the professionals are very expensive or a hassle.
Comes from trying to fix technology and other of the sort with small things that everyone has, such as toothpicks, because getting it professionally fixed is very expensive, and you might as well try.
Comes from trying to fix technology and other of the sort with small things that everyone has, such as toothpicks, because getting it professionally fixed is very expensive, and you might as well try.
John: man, my car is really acting up, but I can’t afford to take it in to the shop right now.
Emily: dude, just take a toothpick to it.
Sara: my phone speakers were absolutely trash earlier, but I took a toothpick to them and now they sound fine!
Eric: dammit, I need stitches but the American healthcare system is hell
Aaron: well, you know the drill. Pull up YouTube, we’re just going to have to take a toothpick to it
Emily: dude, just take a toothpick to it.
Sara: my phone speakers were absolutely trash earlier, but I took a toothpick to them and now they sound fine!
Eric: dammit, I need stitches but the American healthcare system is hell
Aaron: well, you know the drill. Pull up YouTube, we’re just going to have to take a toothpick to it
by Grosh is better then all of us July 25, 2023
Get the Take a toothpick to itmug. Take You to Arby's (verb) - A request from a female to have cunninlingus performed on her, as the terminology relates to the bun being a euphemism for the outer labia, whereas the roast beef is synonymous with the inner labia.
Take You to Arby's: (verb) - "I know you be hungry so Imma take you Take You to Arby's!" - Take You to Arby's...Arby's, girl!
by LG Himself January 27, 2022
Get the Take You to Arby'smug. 1. taking a a photo of yourself alone, by yourself; taking a selfie alone. a solofie
2. not having your phone when taking shit and having to sit in a silence intermittently disturbed by exhoing farts that are almost as loud as your thoughts because you have nothing to distract you
2. not having your phone when taking shit and having to sit in a silence intermittently disturbed by exhoing farts that are almost as loud as your thoughts because you have nothing to distract you
Definition 1:
I want to take pictures of myself but there's no real reason to do it alone... I guess I'll be taking a lonely.
Definition 2:
"I can't help it, doc, there's so many thoughts! I can't concentrate on one thing at one time."
"Uh-huh, try 'taking a lonely'. It'll do you some good."
"But what about the voices?!"
I want to take pictures of myself but there's no real reason to do it alone... I guess I'll be taking a lonely.
Definition 2:
"I can't help it, doc, there's so many thoughts! I can't concentrate on one thing at one time."
"Uh-huh, try 'taking a lonely'. It'll do you some good."
"But what about the voices?!"
by phorgiven September 8, 2022
Get the taking a lonelymug.