From the perspective of someone from a part of asia, I'd say the west and east both have their pros and cons.
The west, from what I've gathered thus far in life seemed more accepting of open discussions on taboo matters (like this site we're on), with heavier emphasis on individualism. While the east (more specifically east Asia, Asia's huge bruh), usually acts as a collective, as in every member has a "duty" to maintain the harmony of the overall society, this in turns sacrifices the individual wellbeing tho. But I suppose it'll be neat if we all regardless of geographical regions can be a tad more considerate to others as fellow sufferers.
What went wrong? I've no idea, I'm just like any other naive kid growing up in the early 2000s, and only recently understood more of the world in the past 5 years. Perhaps alot of people too are disillusioned of "giving" to the society, after being treated like shit by the very same system? I know I am, but I ain't taking my frustrations out on strangers.