Rise Above Control and Ignorance!
In every stage in history, people have been influenced with different narratives; Be it from leaders, our cultural beliefs and even the media. These influences have affected the way that we perceive things in the world, although this may happen to us unconsciously. But today, we have the unique chance, with the internet and technology in our hands, we have the opportunity to access information, and to discover different points of view. Accepting ignorance is no longer an option and leaving it is not simply obeying what is being fed to us. It’s about asking questions, critically analyzing what is real, and going beyond that. It is also important to note that learning from history, understanding how our minds work, and being aware of our own biases and that of others’ can help us recognize when someone is trying to manipulate us. Real freedom does not come easy, it comes from our strong desire and the discipline to want to learn more; our willingness to tell the truth; and our...