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The distinct musical genre of Amapiano can be heard in clubs and parties all around the world.
It's a sound born out of the unique cultural identity of South Africa.
I am legendary Chris,
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I'm Bridget Kendall.
Today's counterculture and alternative movements often reflect a desire to question and reject mainstream norms like those seen as putting too much value on material possessions and wealth.
These are ideas which may seem typical of modern day societies,
but listen to this description of the cynics,
a group of philosophers from ancient Greece,
the earliest of whom lived nearly two and a half thousand years ago.
They live frugally, eat only as much as is necessary for their well-being,
wear only one cloak, and despise wealth, reputation and noble birth.
Some cynics, at least a vegetarian,
drink only cold water and take cover in whatever shelter presents itself,
including large storage jars, as did diogenes.
He used to say that it is the God's business to lack nothing,