The Concept of Mic

We have all been in the survival state at some point in our lives. The short-term stress that enters our bodies allows us to survive a situation that may harm our future.

But constantly living in this state sounds like a nightmare, right? Well, I know some people who don’t thrive in life; they just function.

They wake up each day, not with a sense of purpose or joy, but out of sheer necessity. Their actions are dictated by the demands of a relentless capitalist system that requires constant productivity and efficiency. It breaks my heart to see how my fellows have become mere cogs in a machine, losing sight of who they are in the process.

Some of them have no idea who they are anymore. Their identities are so deeply entwined with their roles as workers that they’ve forgotten their passions, dreams, and the things that once made their hearts race with excitement. They are hormonally stressed, living in a constant state of fight or flight, which dulls their sense of wonder and creativity. And the stress reflects on the people around them. I get this type of energy from them that makes me feel uncomfortable.

My coworkers have lost touch with the essence of life. They no longer know what it means to live fully, to experience the world with all its colors and emotions. Instead, they move through their days in a monochrome haze, performing tasks mechanically, without any real connection to their deeper selves or to the people around them.

Yet, the truth is, life is so much more than this relentless grind. I believe it’s about finding meaning, forging connections, and discovering joy in the simplest of moments. It’s about knowing oneself deeply and living in alignment with one’s true values and desires.

And by the reference to my coworkers, i too involve myself. The realization came with a deep feeling which i cant give an explanation. It feels like i‘m not meant to be designed for this type of functioning in society. Waking up bearing a common discomfort in my own lifestyle. Suffering from the thought process of lacking force for change. The effort it takes to change.

After all, we can CHOOSE to slow down, to reconnect with our inner selves, and to prioritize our well-being over the demands of an insatiable system. It’s a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, where we learn to value ourselves for who we truly are, not just for what we can produce.

We CAN remember what it means to be human, to feel deeply, and to live passionately. And in doing so, we can create a world where thriving becomes the norm, not just for ourselves, but for everyone around us.