A rice theory holds that people who traditional grow rice become more collective and holistic over time because of the intense labour involved and the need for cooperation among neighbours.
China study finds that labour-intensive crop cultivation makes people more collective and holistic.
Ever wondered why cultures can be so different, with Westerners more focused on the individual than people in the East?
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