Saturday, March 10, 2012

Stoicism plus courage



It is soon to be the first anniversary of Japan's Earthquake-cum-Tsunami-cum-Fukushima nuclear power plant disaster. Once again I am reminded of Japanese people's collective strength in the face of adversity.





About two weeks ago I read above article. It details how plant workers, according to the author, "risked their own lives to prevent complete nuclear meltdown" . The Prime Minister also took a risk in landing his helicopter in radiation laden area of the plant.

After I read it, Japanese have once again, scaled two steps up in my personal opinion of them; they are not only stoic but now, also courageous with a hightened sense of community.

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