Mark Zuckerberg makes a disgusting amount of money by appealing to the ids in all of us that demand instant recognition and gratification and, thanks to Facebook etc., now get it. This makes me angry at times and hopeless more often. How can a person joyfully prey upon and purposefully amplify the baser side of humanity just for money and personal glory? If this is the way our world works, then why even set the alarm clock?

But, every now and again, I wonder whether, despite the severe collateral damage in the short term, it is because of people like Mark Zuckerberg that we humans may actually recognize and learn to overcome our collective pride, greed and self-centeredness. Of course, given the cyclical nature of human history, this will take thousands of years, if it happens at all; but the mere possibility gives me a reason to wake up in the morning. 

7 May 2020

Voice in My Head: Before you judge others, remember that sometimes they teach you by showing you what you do not want to be.