The Mindset That Powers Building Demolitions & City Failure. Another hot take: Unsafe and/or unapproved developments thrive because we all accept it. Watch or listen here: We talk a lot about failed enforcement, & government inefficiency. Meanwhile, individuals and organizations operate boldly without responsibility and no adherence to rule of law. ⭕️ The ease of erecting unsafe or illegal buildings is a symptom of broader moral & societal issues. 🚩 It reveals the true mindset & values of the average citizen. If the collective mindset of citizens underpins broader societal ideologies, then, our wide-spread civic ‘irresponsibility’, disregard for law & order or standards reflect this mindset. 📍 Where many expect services without payment or effort, where paying taxes is negotiable. 📍 Where shortcuts feel normal, and employing professionals is an inconvenience… This is why rule of law has become optional. And approval, ‘as you like it.’ That mentality of “wanting without paying” fuels a cyclical problem. For example… 👉 You will never see the need for approval if you never paid taxes. 👉 For the same reason, you will not see the value of professional(s), which almost guarantees that you will not regard standards or quality. So… 🟢 If we want better planning outcomes, we have to build differently. Structurally, & mentally. And overcoming this mentality requires cultural & educational change towards civic responsibility. Real and lasting change in city development relies on transforming the attitudes of individuals, companies, & organizations towards compliance, quality, and ethics.