Certainly a sense of disillusionment and cynicism became pronounced. Other traditions include Cynicism, Stoicism, Skepticism and Epicureanism. An undercurrent of cynicism and futility underlies the entire series. Decadence, cynicism and corruption are common. Lui defends a worldview based on cynicism, hedonism and materialism. The only real antidote to cynicism is activism. Retro shows nostalgia with a dose of cynicism and detachment. She and Jeff share a similarly tough sense of humor and cynicism. Wingard credited the film's humor to Barrett's sense of humor and cynicism. This often leads to cynicism and confusion within the organization. Some have dismissed the concept of a primary stage of socialism as intellectual cynicism. However, the reform was undermined by official rivalries, cynicism, and quarrels within the imperial family. And I sit and watch politicians with great cynicism, total cynicism. Baudrillard decried the "cynicism" with which contemporary businesses openly state their business models. The MBI-GS scales are Exhaustion, Cynicism, and Professional Efficacy.