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The modern world as a whole, will never be significantly changed by force of
arms or power of persuasion. Successful example, however, is willingly
emulated. History is replete with failed episodes of governments and
institutions determinably trying to impose their will on others while
fighting everything contrary to the way they decreed in order to be correct.
Any gains made this way always seem to be temporary. History is equally
full of fortuitous moments where great, lasting advances in civilization
were made after a successful technical or cultural improvement was
discovered, which spread and was copied until it eventually benefited all
the world.
Imagine a prosperous, diverse, multiracial, multicultural, multi-religion,
futuristic city where everyone has a high level of education, enjoys radiant
health with superior health care, lives extraordinarily long lives', and
lives in a beautiful city of curves and domes floating upon a shining sea.
Crime is essentially unknown. Not only do most people not lock their doors;
most doors do not even have locks!
The people of this city live in harmony with the earth and all of its
creatures, taking sustenance as needed, but always giving back more than
they take and always taking actions to increase the quality of their
environment.
Education is emphasized and a large percentage have had post-high school
education and many of the people hold college degrees. There is also a
significant number of individuals with multiple degrees. The community
encourages everyone to always be taking at least one class, whether for
pleasure or knowledge, and to continue their education for their entire
life. It is not unusual to see a grandmother or grandfather in their 70's
receiving their 3rd or 4th college degree. Even though many people have
advanced education, there remains a complete respect for those who choose a
different path. There is recognition that the inner voice inside each person
is his or her very best guide. From that understanding comes an honoring of
all paths that lead to personal expansion and growth.
In this city, there is also an amazing curiosity among the people. Not just
a thirst for formal knowledge but a quick embrace of any area perceived to
be of benefit and self-improvement.
They realize there is truth in many areas; they are not fanatical about the
life or behavior of others, and are willing to modify their own habits as
situations warrant. They tend to have a "live and let live" attitude that is
based upon the following precept; "we allow everyone to live their life
according to the dictates of their own conscience, provided their actions do
not infringe upon the life, health, or peace of others."
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