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May 11, 2005
Nothing, to no one
We imagine a certain harmony in our world. We assume certain values are universal. We hope that some historical mistakes have been recognised and universally condemned.
Our modern, or post-modern thinking, makes us believe that we are living in a world where these facts are accepted and acted upon. Some mistakes are too grave to be repeated.
Then again, it seems like we are mistaken. We live in an idealistic bubble. Intelectuals are nothing but idealists who keep on hoping that others understand, but sadly, the world is populated by people who rather not see, and worst yet, they defend it.
I am not very encouraged about being alive.
Posted by Khodadad at May 11, 2005 11:43 PM
Comments
Khodadad, you seem rather bummed out. Well, I certainly understand what you are saying. When I was a young teenager, I began to realize that the world was not the good and idealistic place that I imagined as a child. Many other young people of the same age seemed oblivious to the things that were obvious to me. Consequently, I felt rather alone sometimes in my youth and beyond. It seems that it is human nature, for many people, to surround themselves with false constructs so that they can remain blissfully ignorant of the reality that they are immersed in. It does seem that successive generations are doomed to repeat the mistakes of the past, even though there are great libraries full of history lessons. I think maybe the problem is that many important decisions are made on the basis of emotion rather than reason. Technology may change and evolve, but basic human emotions have been the same since our ancestors were sheltering in caves. When in doubt, people tend to go with their "gut" feelings.
I really enjoy thought provoking conversation. So my friend, it is encouraging to me that you are alive! :)
Posted by: David at May 13, 2005 01:02 AM