Amicus Curiae: Legal Allies Bringing Justice in Indonesia

In Indonesian courtrooms, there are voices sometimes heard beyond the parties involved. They aren't part of the case, yet their presence influences court decisions significantly. Who are they? They're Amicus Curiae, legal allies acting as guardians of justice.

The Painter’s Path: From Resentment to Recognition

 

In a small town called Harmonyville, where people’s dreams were as free as leaves blowing in the wind, a group of friends decided to make their dreams come true. One of them was Ali, a young painter who made beautiful pictures that made people feel like they were in another world.

Understanding Crab Mentality: How Envy Shapes Social Dynamics

Have you ever seen crabs in a bucket?

If one tries to climb out and escape, the others will pull it back down. This is where we get the term “crab mentality.” It’s a way to describe how some people act in groups. They don’t like it when someone else is doing better or trying to improve their life. Instead of cheering them on, they try to stop them. It’s like they’re saying, “If I can’t have it, neither can you.”

Why Do People Act Like Crabs?

Crab mentality comes from feeling jealous, insecure, or too competitive. Imagine you’re doing well at work, but instead of your coworkers being happy for you, they start gossiping or making things hard for you. That’s crab mentality in action. It can happen anywhere: at work, in your neighborhood, or even in your family.

 

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