Chefs and aspiring chefs all around the world are constantly trying to refine their ability to season perfectly. Even the smallest inkling of an iota of salt makes the difference between tasty and bland. During my quiet smoking and writing sessions, I thought of something.

“Human violence, anger and meanness is like our ability to discern saltiness - we’re not born with it. The good thing is that like salt, violence, anger and meanness can be unlearned.” - Me

This is in conjuction with the Buddhist belief that humans are not born evil. Our capacity for these things are learned. Thankfully, we have the ability to unlearn these things.