A business without a vision will eventually go bankrupt. But what about a country? How long can we continue without a clear sense of identity and purpose? What vision could transform us into a people who illuminate all of humanity?

Let’s begin with a broad perspective. The approach by which the world has developed until now is reaching its end. The force of desire that has driven us forward is gradually fading. There is an inner heaviness, a lack of motivation, and a lack of energy to achieve anything. People are even beginning to lose the desire to become wealthy and successful. Human desire is changing. The ego—the desire to enjoy for self-benefit at others’ expense, which is the engine that has propelled us forward—is changing.

Throughout history, the human ego grew and led to social, scientific, technological, commercial, and industrial development. Today, however, the ego has taken a form that prevents us from enjoying the fruits of our progress. Accordingly, we face a multidimensional crisis in economics, politics, ecology, and many other areas. On paper, we could build a paradise on earth for everyone, but poor human relations prevent us from doing so. For example, in an age of abundance, there is still widespread poverty, half the population throws away enormous amounts of food while others are slipping toward the brink of hunger.

Whenever an idea arises to better organize society, the ego prevents it from taking proper shape. It stands between us and destroys every initiative. It locks each person inside their own self-interest. Everyone can speak with pleasant words, but on the ground, nothing changes. Yet despite this, there remains a longing for a more just and equal society, one that is warmer, more considerate, and more friendly.

At the same time, existential questions are........

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