Originally Posted by
Tiglath
Supposing that is true, aren't they closely related? One acquires proper behavior to function in a society, first and foremost, and one then derives certain pride to the extend one has accomplished it. I doubt good manners, grammar, etc. would be ever acquired to live a life alone in a cave.
The reason one cares about what others think is because others affect one's life, as one affects the life of others, in various degrees. Sorry for stating the obvious. Every time I read someone who claims not to care about what other's think, is from someone who cares enough about what others think to take the time to log into some forum and make clear to others what he thinks so others will know what to think of him. It's nuts.
Not really. I care about opinions in THIS forum, because the knowledge basis relating to bicycles is far higher than the general public, and through my interactions on this forum I can both enhance my own knowledge, and get a more useful perspective about and from others who have an interest in cycling in common with mine, while fostering a sense of community. The point being - cyclists you actually interact with - either in person or on line - can affect your life as it relates to your cycling. Some clown with a YouTube video doesn't affect your life unless YOU choose to let them do so. My interest in such a video is analogous to my interest in what Kim Kardashian does - which is not the slightest bit whatsoever. I admit, some people DO care what Kim Kardashian does. Those people need to get REAL lives.