Embracing Curiosity and Challenging the Status Quo of Existence: My Quest for Enlightenment.
Betrand Fonsa
Assessment & Behavioural Health Technician | Graduate Student in Rehabilitation, Disabilities & Counseling | Crisis Intervention | Client & Patient Advocacy Specialist
As we navigate life, it's easy to get caught up in the accepted norms and established beliefs that shape our world. We rely on science, history, and philosophy to understand our existence, but have you ever paused to ask: Why do we accept these truths?
Lately, I've been reflecting deeply on the origin of life on Earth and humanity's place in the grand scheme of existence. This curiosity has sparked questions that challenge what we think we know about the universe, life, and human origins.
What if the widely accepted scientific explanations—the chemical reactions that supposedly led to the birth of life—don't account for the deeper, more profound mysteries of existence? How did humans, and all the other species that share this planet, come into being? How do we explain the fundamental nature of the universe that allows these processes to unfold?
For years, we've been taught that humans evolved through a long biological process, from early primates to the modern human beings we are today. But I can't help but wonder: Who or what started this process? How did the first humans emerge if humans were born from humans? And what about the primates? Where did they come from? These questions lead me to another: Why does Earth exist in the first place? Could it have been formed by chance, or is there a deeper reason for its existence?
I know that much of what we accept as truth comes from belief systems, whether they are rooted in science, philosophy, or religion. The scientific community believes that life originated from chemical reactions in the early Earth's environment. But where did this belief come from, and how has it evolved over time? What if the story has more layers that we haven't even begun to uncover?
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This exploration into the unknown has led me to embrace a mindset of curiosity—one that constantly seeks to challenge the status quo and question the accepted norms. And I believe that's exactly where true growth lies. It's not just about finding answers—it’s about asking the right questions. It’s about being open to alternative viewpoints, testing assumptions, and expanding the boundaries of what we know. That's how we uncover new ideas and move humanity forward.
I firmly believe that to understand the world and to make meaningful progress, we must be willing to question the conventional, push the boundaries of knowledge, and confront the unknown with courage and curiosity. My academic journey, particularly in fields like vocational rehabilitation, counseling, and psychology, has been about exploring these very questions. And I am committed to bringing this same mindset into every aspect of my work, whether in academia, business, or community engagement.
As I continue this journey of curiosity and exploration, I invite you to join me in asking big questions—questions that challenge the status quo and push the boundaries of what we know. The pursuit of knowledge doesn't end with answers; it begins with the courage to ask questions that might change everything.
Let’s embrace this curiosity together and create meaningful impact—whether it’s in our careers, communities, or in the world at large.
Stay curious, stay questioning, and let’s keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.