As the end of the century approaches, catastrophism, it seems, is gaining more and more momentum; we are faced with genuine fatalism that drains energy and the possibility for events to unfold in an appropriate manner.
It is not the first time in history that people feel helpless in resolving what troubles them, and although it is never publicly discussed, it is undeniable that despondency and indifference are increasingly taking hold.
On one hand, there is ordinary apathy among those who, from their modest social positions, cannot do anything. On the other hand, due to what is supposed to happen, there is even more discouragement among those who know that it is only based on assumptions and not grounded assertions.
The lack of determination to confront the current general situation leads to theories about the possible end of the world, about major disasters that could befall us in the coming years, appearing increasingly real in the human imagination.
In the face of such a state of affairs, one should not sit and wait for the downfall of this or that.
Years pass, and we calmly reflect on the role of us as human beings.
We don’t completely dismiss the influence of stars on our planet and, of course, its inhabitants. If the universe is a large living being with coordinated movements, it can be assumed that all its elements are interconnected and that the movement of stars reflects some other kind of coordinated movement, whether on Earth or among humans. From this perspective, catastrophes could likely occur because they have already been manifesting themselves for some time now, both in geological movements and in increasing aggression among people.
However, these catastrophes are not decisive, nor do they bring about the end of the world. History records many difficult moments, catastrophes, upheavals, fears, and psychoses of definitive endings, which always ended with life continuing to flow, only with increased problems, and nothing more.
Our stance must be healthy and resolute. As the emperor-philosopher Marcus Aurelius said, “What can happen to a person that is not inherent to humanity? “If disasters are approaching, we will know how to face them. And not only should we not despair in the face of that probability, but on the contrary, we must gather more energy, more knowledge, more strength of will in order to dignify endure everything that can happen.
The solution is neither catastrophic fatalism nor irresponsible optimism. The solution is a form of balanced existence in which optimism will only manifest itself in concrete results, and fatalism will disperse in the face of our determination to act.
We need to know how to live for new times.
CANCER OF SEPARATISM
A few years ago, when we claimed in our texts and lectures that a new Middle Ages was approaching, such a prediction seemed exaggerated, almost fatalistic.
At that time, we also explained that the repetition of historical cycles should not be understood as fatalism or regression, but as natural movement of life. The circular and spiral lines of this movement indicate a gradual st Progress that touches similar points, albeit at different levels of evolution.
However, if we leave fatalism aside, as well as any exaggeration, current facts confirm those ancient words. Many present-day writers and researchers interpret the phenomenon of the Middle Ages as a result of the last centuries, and see it as a signpost of hope and recovery that precedes a possible, let’s call it, renaissance.
Many indicators suggest that we are in a transitional period of our civilization. Among them is one that particularly interests us due to the serious difficulties it can cause if we do not recognize it in its full magnitude, and that is separatism.
If we move away from the political meanings that are also encompassed by it, separatism is a force that penetrates into all forms of human expression, like a flood that seeks to destroy everything created, leading one person into conflict with another, leading to extreme individualism that prompts every being to close in on themselves, with their own “reality”.
Concepts and like freedom, independence, autonomy, freedom of expression, self-determination, and many others, become synonyms for the process of separation. Today, countries are divided into provinces and regions that claim to be completely autonomous and capable of independent life. However, this process continues, so regions and provinces are further divided into smaller areas based on any noticeable difference. Soon, village will separate from village, and even within families, we will begin to observe this rift that will inevitably lead to generational conflicts.
When finally a person is alone for themselves and “separated” from others, what will happen then? We will find ourselves in the heart of a new Middle Ages. Everyone will have to rely on themselves for the simplest things, and all the civilization achievements based on collective work and cooperation will disappear.
Perhaps it is currently difficult to imagine a world without communication, blocked roads, without fuel and electricity; perhaps it seems impossible to imagine isolated houses. In the midst of fields and big cities deserted because it is not possible to live in them… Yet all of this brings about the current of separatism.
However, just like there were numerous other Middle Ages, and just like man has regularly emerged from all of them, he will also be reborn from this strange period that awaits him. But for rebirth to happen, awakening is necessary, an unwavering understanding that will acknowledge the mistakes made and replace them with new approaches.
Man is a social being. The deep emotions evoked by family, nation, homeland cannot be erased from human nature. It is enough to strengthen these bonds. It is enough to free this civilization plant from intruders, so that the approaching Middle Ages pass over us like a quick dream, and after a short rest, a powerful and radiant dawn of a new world will emerge.
A new, and of course, a better one.