Indeed, tying shoelaces is symbolical representation of the things that needs fixing, but it is more of the lack of skill and the personal decision to do something which needed more attention.
“It is essential that we become critical-minded, that we direct our neighbor's attention toward their shoes that are undone, if we have to.” — Is it not too intrusive? It can be looked at as social responsibility, but we shall do it cautiously and make sure we do not forget to check on ourselves before we do. As in the Good for Nothing, the man who did not know how to properly tie his shoelaces was feeling anxious of the stranger with light–coloured