During that time, our fundamental concepts underwent a rapid transformation or to be more precise, we were forced to realize what we REALLY meant. The idea of 'caring' for one, quickly revealed the popular, subconscious interpretation of self-interest, forcing us to reexamine our true motives and intentions.
In our personal lives, there exist uncharted libraries of wisdom, repositories of experiences, thoughts and emotions that could illuminate our lives, once we become consciously aware of them and understand them. However, we tend to look beyond ourselves for answers, often missing the treasure trove within.
Many faced a moment of reckoning in which they confronted the reality of their lives and their choices. Despite people's packed schedules and the frantic pace of each day, they discover an unsettling hollowness beneath it all. It's almost paradoxical—the emptier one's life feels, the more hectic and obsessive the pursuit of external acquisitions becomes. Like an unbreakable addiction.
Passing judgment on another based solely on superficial impressions and personal preferences/beliefs, reveals a certain immaturity, a failure to understand the depth and complexity of each human being. Such judgment stems from ignorance, fear, insecurity and invariably leads to personal misery and internal opposition, irrespective of one's external achievements.
Remaining entrenched in judgment and prejudice gradually erodes our consciousness; we de-evolve, believing that we are serving justice. While our intellectual/computational faculties may function adeptly on a daily basis, this constant state of judgment drains our energy. (even if kept to ourselves). The pursuit of instant gratification often leaves our hearts detached from our choices and actions, as if our true selves are estranged from our egos, which fear the prospect of non-existence (death).
This stormy ride through the linear progression of time can leave us feeling like passive spectators, victims of the random events that unfold and which we try to control'. In this whirlwind, we tend to overlook the significance of moments and details, instead, becoming caught up in our inner world of propaganda/beliefs and psychological unmet needs. The microcosm of our daily lives swarms and limits our perception, obscuring all that exists beyond it.
To gain an objective perspective, we need an inner awakening—a self-awareness that transcends ego-judgment. As we delve into higher states of consciousness, the very words and concepts we once held dear begin to evolve to include much more than we previously thought possible. We come to realize - practically, not merely as a theory or belief - that we extend far beyond our physical identities and temporary lifetime.
Rather than squander our energy on the ceaseless brewing and manufacturing of news, propaganda, and divisive allegiances, we are invited to realize through experience that we stand on the threshold of a new era—a reality that has remained hidden in plain sight yet has already emerged for those who have eyes to see. The question arises: How do we heal a society entrenched in ego-centricity, make-believe and separation?
The answer lies in mutual healing; we heal each other. We've progressed beyond the notions of 'healing ourselves first' or 'others before me.'
The ego will obviously resist this shift, clinging to its familiar 'me before you' and 'you before me' mindset—two sides of the same coin, the 'either/or' mindset of duality perception. Yet, this is a new era, uncharted territory that our current memory cannot fathom. We're taking baby steps, tentatively navigating the unknown.