by Angilie Kapoor
The Consciousness Crisis in the World
We live in a world where the majority of people are what I call ‘asleep.’ What I mean by that is that they lack self-awareness – do not know, like, or love their true selves; and are not conscious of what is going on around them in their immediate proximity and beyond. On the other hand, there is a percentage of people in the world that are ‘awake.’ They have self-awareness – know, like, and love their true selves; and are conscious of what is going on around them in their immediate proximity and beyond. This divide between those who are ‘asleep’ and those who are ‘awake’ is what I call the consciousness crisis in the world and it urgently needs to be addressed. At the heart of this consciousness crisis is our lack of self-awareness. We are not taught from a young age to know and love ourselves, to develop our inner world, or to look beyond our immediate needs and desires. Instead, we are bombarded with messages from the media, social media, and society at large that tell us we need to be a certain way, look a certain way, and act a certain way to be accepted and loved. This inward focus, this concern only for oneself, has led to a myriad of problems in our world which we are seeing today, which is a culmination of the lack of consciousness of the most recent generations. Mental health issues are at an all-time high, with depression, anxiety, and stress affecting millions of people around the globe. The various forms of groupthink that are presently prevalent, has led to division and hatred, as people align themselves with one ideology or another instead of seeing the entire picture. Weak leaders abound in all sectors, from religious institutions to governments, with corruption, greed, and self-interest driving their actions. The problems we face today are not isolated incidents; they are symptoms of a deeper malaise in our world. We have a consciousness crisis, and the only way to address it is to become not only self-aware but to embody our inner phenomenal leaders and be leaders to ourselves and our own lives. Consciousness is the awareness that underlies all our experiences. It is the thing that allows us to see, hear, touch, taste, and smell. It is the thing that gives meaning to our lives. Without consciousness, we would not be able to experience anything at all. To understand our true selves means to become aware of this consciousness, to explore the depths of our being, and to connect with it on a profound level. When we do this, we realize that we are not separate from anyone or anything else. We are all connected, all part of the same cosmic web that holds the universe together. When we understand our true selves, we become outwardly focused. We see the big picture, understand the interconnectedness of all things, and become concerned for others. We develop empathy, compassion, and love, and we begin to live our lives in a way that promotes the well-being of everyone and everything around us.
This shift in consciousness can have a profound impact on our lives. It can help us to overcome the mental health issues that plague us, by showing us that we are not alone, that we are part of something much bigger than ourselves. It can help us to overcome the divisiveness of the various movements that are prevalent today, by showing us that we are all connected, that our differences are superficial, and that we are all part of the same human family. It can help us to develop strong, ethical leadership, by showing us that leadership is not about power or control, but about service and compassion.
So how do we understand our true selves? There are many paths, but they all involve some form of inner work. We need to take the time to explore our thoughts, emotions, and beliefs, to question the assumptions we make about ourselves and the world around us, and to connect with our inner sense of consciousness.
We cannot continue to ignore the consciousness crisis in the world. It is time to wake up, to become self-aware, and to understand our true selves. We need to look beyond our individualistic desires and realize that we are all connected, part of a greater collective, and have a greater purpose to serve.
We need to take the time to explore ourselves and our inner worlds, to question our beliefs and values, and to align ourselves with a higher purpose. By doing so, we can overcome the mental health issues that burden us, the divisiveness that plagues us, and the poor leadership that exists in our world.
As we embrace our true selves, we unlock our inner phenomenal leaders and can be the change we wish to see in our world by living in a way that promotes love, empathy, and compassion. It is our collective responsibility to understand our true selves and contribute to the betterment of our world. Only then can we overcome the consciousness crisis and foster a higher quality of life for all.
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The Consciousness Crisis in the World: Understanding Our True Self to Live a Higher Quality of Life & Create a Better World
October 24, 2023
