The Modern Utopia has bestowed upon us a wealth of knowledge and technological advancements. It is a time of media saturation and technological marvels, where information flows abundantly from countless sources. It is an era that elicits appreciation and praise for the opportunities it provides. However, amidst this abundance, we must question whether our acceptance of everything presented to us is a sign of blind optimism or a surrender to nihilism. Are we fools parading through a digital landscape or resigned to the notion that there is no ultimate truth?

In this time of informational abundance, it is ironic that many of us fail to embody a true sense of curiosity about life. We may acquire new skills and expand our knowledge, but often only within the confines of our careers or personal interests. The accessibility of information has led to a culture of instant gratification, where the journey of seeking answers has been overshadowed by the convenience of immediate solutions. We have become conditioned to believe that if information is not readily available, the subject is not worth exploring. The need for speed and efficiency in obtaining results has narrowed our vision, preventing us from questioning the very nature of the results we seek.

Life, as we are often reminded, is short. An existence filled with endless desires and aspirations, one that often passes by in the blink of an eye. We yearn to explore our interests, delve into our curiosities, and achieve great feats. We dream of becoming professional musicians, mastering instruments, excelling in sports, and even venturing into the vastness of space. However, in the pursuit of individual success, we must confront a fundamental question: Is it enough to merely survive and succeed on an individual level? A fulfilling life is achieved through successes. The bigger and more impactful, the less it feels wasted. As humans, we are granted the privilege of asking ourselves whether our actions contribute to the collective progress of our kin, or at the very least, answering the existential questions passed over by our ancestors, the kind of questions we are terrified of confronting.

To achieve progress, clarity is essential. We must find individuals who are selfless and dedicated to working tirelessly for the betterment of the whole, even if they may not personally witness the fruits of their labor. It is in their noble endeavors that we find hope for the advancement of our collective. Progress requires those who can transcend the immediate desires of personal success and look towards a broader horizon.

Accepting this perspective challenges the notion of going with the flow and being carried aimlessly by the currents of life. It compels us to seek clarity, to question the status quo, and to actively engage in the pursuit of progress. We must recognize that our existence extends beyond the boundaries of our individual lives. As part of the human species, few have the privilege to strive for something greater than themselves. They would essentially be giving up on family, stability and safety. They are risk-takers, betting their whole lives on their innovative ability. This is the reason why, even with the extreme abundance of resources and information, it remains difficult to see fundamental change rippling through society, changing the way today felt compared to yesterday seen in everyone’s eyes in the streets, as often as we wish. Consequently, it is cruel to ask this selflessness of anybody. Asking them to die for you to live. This nobility must be innate and not forced. You, dear reader, must wonder where such people exist, and the answer is that they don’t. Hoping for true nobility of this kind is naïve. Throughout history, all the different cultures and civilizations that walked the earth shared one conclusion: progressing vain technological advances beautifying life in the short term and living more comfortably. They all unwittingly abandoned another: progressing people and critical thinking. This paradox is the origin of our collective stasis and why all civilizations looked different yet are all the same.

In the vast sea of information, we drown in complacency and surrender to the notion that we are mere spectators in the theater of life. Perhaps this is how we were programmed, genetically designed to accept that our numbers are too great, and fundamental change is a fool’s parade. With that being said, asking the questions is one step towards undeniable progress.

We live in a time that offers us unparalleled opportunities for growth and understanding. It is up to us to navigate this age with wisdom, seeking knowledge beyond the surface and welcoming the profound questions that beckon us with open arms. By doing so, we can harness the power of information to not only fulfill our personal ambitions but also to propel humanity towards a future of progress, enlightenment, and collective flourishing.