This story reminds me of what happens when segregation of the minds happens. We are all susceptible of the same thing happening to us. If we don't use equilibrium in our daily choices we can become like the people in Tracketon or Roadville, leaning too much on one side and running the risk of tipping over. Both had excellent qualities and values in terms of family, friends and social. However they both lack the equilibrium necessary to "survive" and integrate outside their "bubble" of comfort.