I got to thinking that it's so easy to lose track of where we're headed, so I drafted this description of the world I want to live in. How would yours be different? What am I missing?
I want to live in a world of peace and prosperity where every individual is able to be their authentic self, create joy and beauty and connection, and raise up those around them.
I want to live in a rich and diverse society, replete with foods and experiences and art and accomplishments that I alone could never create.
I want a society filled with people from different backgrounds, diverse perspectives and experiences, and unique ways of understanding the world.
I want a society where each of these individuals is expected to follow their own path and shape the world from their unique perspective, and where each is appreciated and respected for their contributions to making the world more enjoyable for all of us.
I want a society where people who are struggling get the support and assistance and guidance they need to defeat their personal demons, find themselves, and integrate in to their chosen communities.
I want a society where the governments serve their citizens and create environments for all to thrive.I want a society where issues are debated and solutions are developed, implemented, evaluated, and improved upon.
I want a society where goods and services are produced with the goal of improving peoples' lives.
I want a world in which these common values spread across all countries and people, where we deal with aggressive countries in a peaceful manner, where we know how to reduce tensions, remove warlords and dictators from power, and enable all people to make a better world for themselves.