Collective Beast-Fact or Fact?
I am very intrigued by the concept of a "Collective Beast." In AVRT, we learn to recognize our Beast and its Addictive Voice; learn to separate our highest, best selves from our lower, primal selves. Is it possible to do the same for the "collective?"
In my opinion, the "Collective Beast" is everywhere! One has only to watch television (an activity I am ashamed to admit I have done a great deal of in the last month or so, LOL) to notice quite a bit.
The number of commercials for alcoholic beverages is staggering. The number of advertisements for rehabilitation services is also disturbing. I have actually seen one follow the other! Not to mention the way alcohol consumption is portrayed (even when the negative consequences are displayed; it is usually done in a very chic way, IMO.)
Are there other examples, SR folks? How do you think the "collective beast" affects you? What can be done to counteract these effects?