The world is witnessing an extraordinary spectacle of harmony in the effort to rescue the boys stranded inside a cave in Thailand. From the United States to Australia, from the United Kingdom to China, from individuals to the government, from mainstream media to new age digital media, everyone focussed on rescuing the boys.
Like many others, I felt an emotional connection to the issue. I also felt the whole world was waiting for something to unite us instead of focusing on our differences. Entrepreneurs like Elon Musk wanted to see how he can help. The governments wanted to prove they can help. Students across the globe wanted to show solidarity. Media wanted to report on something beyond politics and hatred. The courage of the 12 boys and their coach was mindblowing. The tenacity of the rescuers and the love and support of the community was surreal.
Now that the rescue has been successfully completed, the division and bickering have started. Elon Musk is upset that his kid’s submarine wasn’t used and called one of the British rescuer ‘a Pedo’. I sincerely hope everyone who tried and even people to just prayed feel happy and stop.
As species, we can definitely look at the incident and reflect on it. Why should it take a catastrophe to bring us together? We all long for happy news which we can create. Our civilisation is not prepared for this digital noise. We all long for the same happiness, the happiness which doesn’t come from hatred, following narcissist rulers, religious fervour or name calling.
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