2018-06(Jun)-11-Mon-0413

As an optimistic view; When I see an animal, something generally considered less “evolved” than humans (not inferior, just at a different point in whatever evolutionary path they are on), when I see a less evolved animal recognize itself in a mirror, or use a tool, or display kindness towards other animals (especially of different species), I am elated. It fills me with a great sense of awe and admiration towards the beauty of life. With the advent of online videos being hosted with comment sections, that sentiment reveals itself to be a natural one in society. It is a wondrous thing.

I have no fears about humanity encountering something more evolved than us. If we are kind, if we express ourselves and are creative, if we try, I believe we would be seen as good and worthy of compassion. They would be as enchanted seeing us as we are seeing a chimp realizing it is looking at its reflection in a mirror and not another chimp.

Life is never so wondrous as when a form of life experiences a sense of wonderment.

Tue Nov 25 11:50 PM 2014

The most arresting vista pales in comparison to a selfless act of kindness towards a stranger. The vista happens by nature, the act of kindness happens by choice.

Sun Nov 16 1:48 PM 2014

At any given moment, there is a beautiful sunset somewhere in the world. There is an arresting sunrise. A mother is embracing her newborn for the first time. Two soulmates are sharing a first kiss. A parent is filled with pride by the accomplishments of a child. There is no lack of beauty and wonderment in the world. Do you wish to focus on these or on the negative aspects of the world, of which there is also no shortage?