Modern civilization, with its comforts and conveniences, can inadvertently disconnect us from the natural world and lead to diminished wellbeing, including increased anxiety, loneliness, and a loss of physical resilience.
We have transitioned from perceiving each other as sentient beings to treating people as mere objects to be owned and controlled, driven by our insecurities and the relentless pursuit of power and material possessions.
The author reflects on their own experiences with bullying, recognizing the natural yet unsatisfactory pattern of violence, power, and control that often emerges within human nature. The core message is a call for a better model, one rooted in love, connection, and a perspective beyond the individual.
Certain behaviors, even when done unintentionally, can be perceived as rude or insensitive by others due to the importance of nonverbal communication.