Reflections and Counterpoints in a Lost Society

We live immersed in a society that has lost its compass. It has no idea what it wants, and in a kaleidoscope of counterpoints and reflections, it presents us with many realities multiplied by the imperative need to interweave them.

Walking through the streets, it becomes evident that coherence has vanished, leaving a tangle of conflicting desires and aspirations in its place. We are spectators of a continuous spectacle where each fragment of reality struggles to prevail without understanding that its essence dissolves in the collective chaos. Isn't it like this when we see social networks, a reflection of a sea of voices clamoring for attention, each more discordant than the other?

As we "advance" (and let me use quotes because talking about advancement in this cyclical context makes me feel like a hamster on its wheel), we change the parameters of acceptability. What was taboo yesterday is the norm today, and what we vehemently defend today could be the object of ridicule tomorrow. This perpetual movement is reminiscent of the waves of fashion: the old becomes new, and the new becomes old, in an endless loop. Think about how the trends of the 80s come back with force, not only in clothing but also in our attitudes and values.

Let's take a moment to reflect on the stories of humanity. They repeat with the insistence of a catchy song, a constant refrain that, despite its variations, always returns to the same point. The great epics, human tragedies, and comedies are nothing more than remixed versions of ancient narratives. Stories of love, personal challenges, and quests for identity are all recurring themes that remind us how cyclical our existence is. A look at literature and cinema reveals how the same archetypes and dilemmas resurface, albeit with new nuances and settings.

"History repeats itself, first as tragedy, then as farce" said Karl Marx, highlighting this incessant repetition in our march through time.

But what if all these separate but intertwined realities were producing part of the change that makes the universe expand? Each decision of each being, each small act of will, alters the fabric of space-time, creating new strings that unify until one stands out and takes precedence. It is as if each choice, no matter how tiny it seems, weaves the great tapestry of the cosmos, adding its unique thread to the vast and complex web of the universe.

"We are the sum of our choices" said Jean-Paul Sartre, and each of those choices helps shape our destiny and the very fabric of the cosmos.

Imagine for a moment that each thought and individual action affects our immediate life and contributes to a much more extensive network. This web of decisions and consequences extends beyond our comprehension, creating ripples reverberating through time and space. In this sense, reality is a constantly changing mosaic, influenced by the many voices and actions that make up our society.

The Chinese proverb suggests that “the fluttering of a butterfly’s wings can be felt across the world,” reflecting this idea of interconnection and universal impact.

So, what remains for us? The key lies in accepting this cyclical and intertwined nature, in learning to navigate the reflections and counterpoints with a clearer vision, less influenced by the illusion of change and more by understanding our constants. True wisdom might lie in recognizing that, although the wheel keeps spinning, we can choose how we interpret the movement and what we learn from each turn.

Maybe it's not so much about finding a defined purpose but about understanding that our essence is reflected and refracted in the multiplicity of realities, creating an endless dance where each step, no matter how repeated it may seem, brings a new perspective. Thus, we find a renewed sense in the tangle of contradictions and reflections, even if it is as fleeting as the fashion that dresses us today and is forgotten tomorrow. And in that ephemerality, we might discover the key to influencing the grand scheme of the universe, one decision at a time.

"The only constant is change" said Heraclitus, reminding us that our ability to adapt and understand allows us to find meaning in the apparent chaos.

Author: Fabian Mesaglio