JOTO Tableware Recommendation: Maintaining Your Unique Taste in an Uncertain World
Recently, I came across two thought-provoking perspectives:
Xiangsheng master Feng Yigang suggests that "an artist must pursue political incorrectness."
In Yutaka’s manga "Chi: On the Movements of the Earth," the protagonist’s uncle repeatedly asks, "What is your belief?"
Both of these statements touch upon a fundamental question of personal taste and core values. Let’s explore this idea today.
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First, let’s address the idea that artists should pursue political incorrectness. Before diving in, we must clarify what political correctness truly means—it refers to aligning with the values and ideologies of those in power. This means whether something is politically correct depends entirely on the ruling authority’s perspective.
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A common misunderstanding is that political correctness inherently supports progressive values. However, political correctness is simply about alignment with authority. Instead of stating that artists must pursue political incorrectness, I believe it’s more accurate to say that artists are not obligated to adhere to political correctness. Blindly opposing authority for the sake of opposition would drain art of its vitality.
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Regardless of their stance, artists always convey a perspective. No art is truly "neutral." Every piece of art reflects the artist’s interpretation of the world.
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Just as artists hold beliefs, so do we. Our beliefs guide our decisions and define our unique taste. True individuality comes from independent beliefs, not from following the crowd.
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Sociologist Pierre Bourdieu, in works like "Distinction" and "The Rules of Art," discusses how taste is intertwined with social class. Different social groups adopt distinct beliefs and lifestyles, reinforcing their status through symbolic struggles. Maintaining a unique taste in a turbulent world is not just about personal preference—it’s about possessing a belief system strong enough to withstand external influence.
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