Viewing the World in Terms of Creation and Consumption
The world can seem like a complex and scary place at times, especially for the young generation who have a long road ahead. Once you’ve penetrated the thin veneer of the flawed global society we live in, and its endless contradictions, and after you’ve tired of chasing aestheticism and short-term excitement, a general apathy and malaise can linger within as you strive for a deeper level of meaning and purpose.
Apathy can quickly spiral into an introspective questioning of your life choices and dissecting your past through the muddied lens of regret. You begin to look for evidence for your insecurities and punish yourself in a deluded attempt at gaining some control over your life.
I think a better way to look at the world when you too are suffering from overwhelm is to view the world in terms of Creation and Consumption. Many things in life divide and separate us; culturally, economically, geographically, but the two constants that connect us all, is the ongoing process of creation and consumption.
We all consume what others have produced or created and we all want to create, ideally something that is meaningful to us. It could be creating a space for others, an emotional state, a product or service, a piece of art that can stand the test of time, change for a healthier and more inclusive society.
