09-20-2018, 11:02 PM
I've always just accepted that Sheldon came from Texas, but it wasn't until YS that I started to wonder why. Is it because Texan culture is seen as 'real America'. As the culture you are born into determines many aspects of your character(beliefs, values, perceptions,etc), was Sheldon from there, because to become Sheldon he would have to question everything, he is instantly an outsider and that would lead to mocking even bullying. I think Sheldon would relish that position and the odds; Sheldon Vs Texas!
Some remnants of Texas remained. I like it when they play with the gaming and real world contrast, and Sheldon is a virtual cowboy.
I think it's interesting when TBBT and YS address issues like this(even Penny apologised to someone she bullied at school). From my observations on forums, it's the bullies who are fearful. It unsettles them when someone has a different view or perception because it challenges everything they have been lead to believe.
Some remnants of Texas remained. I like it when they play with the gaming and real world contrast, and Sheldon is a virtual cowboy.
I think it's interesting when TBBT and YS address issues like this(even Penny apologised to someone she bullied at school). From my observations on forums, it's the bullies who are fearful. It unsettles them when someone has a different view or perception because it challenges everything they have been lead to believe.