Especially in traditional issues
We tend to see a challenge as a reality we come to terms with, rather than a problem that needs a solution
Therefore, for example, we view crop wastage as a reality
We view security challenges in our country as a problem to be escaped (by migrating to Canada), rather than a problem that each of us can contribute to solve
We view corruption as either a challenge to be benefitted from, or
We view the issue of a dwindling foreign reserve as something to blame others about, rather than a problem we can partake in solving
We complain about govt waste but gladly accept the "perks" of office when
We complain about the menace of street mugging & violence, but we oppose govt attempts to clear the streets of beggars. Yet none of us provides any solution to the problem
We have a huge rural/urban exodus problem leading to crime & delinquency
until our relative is kidnapped and ransom demanded
before we begin our usual howl at the govt
Problems are there to be solved.
For every challenge, there's a solution waiting to be discovered, and benefits to be gained