Bumping into an old friend, young and just embarking on their career, brought a rush of inspiration. Observing their blend of optimism and trepidation about the future, one can’t help but feel the immense potential of our time. With instant global connectivity, we are akin to ants in communities, fish in schools, and birds in flocks—interconnected and interdependent.
Yet, humans bring a unique dimension to community living, extending our social bonds across the globe. This global community presents unprecedented opportunities to redefine our habitation of the planet. In our conversation, we touched on the span of human history and the present moment as a pivotal point. Perhaps we, the living, are at a midpoint, a pivot balanced on this moment in our species’ evolution, with a chance to shape the future.
This moment, filled with exhilarating possibilities, calls for the engagement of youth. Those at the start and the peak of their careers today will navigate and benefit from this unfolding transition. The daunting excitement of this journey lies in our hands, offering a unique chance to create lasting change.
The fortune of birth in place and time, the privilege of life at this moment.
