By P Mohan Chandran
Have you ever paused to consider the weight of a piece of paper? Not the physical weight, but the immense power it holds over our lives, our decisions, and our very essence? In a world where the inked symbols on a currency note dictate our worth, have we lost sight of what truly matters?
In the grand tapestry of human history, we've seen empires rise and fall, civilizations flourish and wither, and ideologies evolve and transform. Yet, one constant remains: the cyclical nature of human folly. Time and again, we've witnessed the prioritization of material wealth over the intangible riches of love, compassion, and kinship. But today, this prioritization seems to have reached its zenith.
In our modern world, where every action is driven by self-interest and every relationship is weighed against potential gains, the selfless individual stands out like a sore thumb. They are often ridiculed, labeled naive, or even foolish for not playing the game by the world's twisted rules. But is it truly foolish to value honesty over cunning, or compassion over manipulation?
The streets are filled with "smart" individuals, armed with sharp tongues and sharper minds, ready to deceive for a quick buck. They wear their dishonesty as a badge of honor, a testament to their ability to navigate the treacherous waters of modern society. Meanwhile, the honest and straightforward are left adrift, their virtues seen as weaknesses in a world that values cunning over character.
Family, once the bedrock of society, has become another casualty in this relentless pursuit of material wealth. Brothers betray brothers, children forsake parents, all for a piece of land or a few extra notes in their wallets. If blood ties are so easily severed, what hope do strangers have in this cold, calculating world?
It's a grim picture, one where virtues like empathy, love, and selflessness are overshadowed by greed, apathy, and deceit. We've traded the warmth of human connection for the cold comfort of currency, forsaking our very humanity in the process.
But the question remains: Why? Why do we continue down this path, knowing the emptiness it brings? Why do we prioritize paper over people, wealth over warmth? Are we so blinded by the allure of material gains that we've lost sight of our shared humanity?
As the world hurtles forward, the chasm between our material desires and our human connections continues to widen. But for how long? How long before the very fabric of society unravels, torn apart by our insatiable greed?
In the end, we must ask ourselves: Is this the legacy we wish to leave behind? A world where human worth is measured by bank balances, and relationships are traded for riches? Or will we wake up to the folly of our ways, recognizing the true value of love, honesty, and human connection?
The clock is ticking, and the choices we make today will shape the world of tomorrow. Will we continue to worship our paper gods, or will we rediscover the true essence of humanity? Only time will tell. But one thing is certain: if we don't change our ways, we may soon find ourselves on the brink of a precipice, staring into the abyss of our own making.
Do you agree we are losing our very essence in the pursuit of paper currency?
A. Yes, in gaining everything, we are losing our souls.
B. No, our dreams are interconnected with paper currency.
© 2023. P Mohan Chandran. All Rights Reserved,
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