Even religion cannot perceive the sins of men. Even belief cannot comprehend the disarray of society. Everything is power, and nothing satisfies.

What is the balance of our existence? Can time be hurried? Is it allowed to build illusions? What is your level of adaptation? Is it in learning daily? Or by standing still, remaining indifferent to what surrounds you?

Are we mutable or learners? Are we reason or emotion? What moves your existence?

In the intricate tapestry of life, we grapple with questions that have no easy answers. Religion, in its myriad forms, seeks to decode the moral codes of humanity, yet often it stumbles, blind to the deeper complexities of human nature. Belief systems, while providing solace and structure, sometimes fail to capture the full scope of societal fragmentation.

Power, an insatiable force, drives much of our actions. It promises fulfillment but seldom delivers it, leaving a void that no amount of success or control can fill. This quest for power often blinds us to the finer, more delicate balance of life.

We search for equilibrium, a state where the chaos of our thoughts and the turmoil of our emotions can coexist in harmony. We wonder if time, that relentless river, can be accelerated to outrun our fears or slowed to savor our joys. We question the nature of our illusions—are they harmless dreams that guide us, or dangerous deceptions that lead us astray?

Adaptation becomes our survival tool, a skill we refine with each passing day. We learn, grow, and evolve, or we stagnate, becoming mere spectators in the theater of our own lives. Our adaptation is tested by the rapid changes around us, demanding resilience and a continuous thirst for knowledge.

We ponder our essence—are we shaped more by our capacity to reason or by the depths of our emotions? This duality is at the core of our being, driving us to explore, create, and connect.

Ultimately, what moves us is a blend of all these elements. The pursuit of meaning, the desire for connection, the quest for knowledge, and the need to understand our place in the vast cosmos. It is this intricate dance of reason and emotion, of power and humility, that propels us forward on our journey through life.

©️ Beatriz Esmer