[quote=FlyerInHi][quote=scaredyclassic]the people of tibet are not the same post conquering. would those original buddhist folk want a consumer society imposed on them.

all is change, though, and suffering.

and desire[/quote]

For sure.

There is no answer to that however. It’s the eternal pursuit happiness. Buddhist philosophy is very helpful. Control desires and fnd happiness within.

Right now, the objective measures of wellbeing are money/GDP, and material possessions, objective measures we developed in the west.

Own a car? Check
Have air conditioning? Check
Went to university? Check
Have savings? Check
Modern sewer system? Check
Electricity to all households? Check
Refrigerator for all? Check[/quote]

Cars, AC, electricity, and refrigerator are fleeing, would you like to exchange your language and culture and identity for a washer and dryer?