One Team One Mission

Collective Consciousness

In my experience of this beautiful world, I’ve concluded that most people aspire to do good. I observe a shared desire for unity and collective growth. Unfortunately, on the flip side, I notice an increasing number of people fostering separation in the name of unity and community, which contradicts the intended goal.

Many groups, religions, philosophies, and studies inadvertently create separation by labeling their practices. However, what perplexes me is the tendency to further divide within those named groups, creating more separation among the very people they sought to unite.

These divisions often stem from egos, differing beliefs—though initially similar—and simply variations in opinion. It raises questions about the high rate of failing marriages when such separation becomes the norm.

By definition, unity fosters connectedness and harmony, while separation leads to disconnection and isolation. It’s evident to me that one is positive, and the other is negative. Society attempts to bridge differences, as seen in the “Coexist” bumper sticker and through messages like Bob Marley’s “One Love.”

Can we sit in front of others, listen to their beliefs, opinions, and thoughts without passing judgment, claiming they are wrong, or discrediting them? My belief is that, instead of respecting differing perspectives, we often try to prove them wrong. I propose that we exchange thoughts, beliefs, and opinions respectfully, acknowledging that they are not concrete facts.

Statements like “The Vedas were written by ancient sages” or “The Tao Te Chin was written by Lao Tzu” are beliefs, just as the concept of sin is a belief in certain theistic regions. Many practices derived from beliefs have proven effective tools for positive human experiences, even validated by scientific inquiry.

However, the argument that beliefs, opinions, and collective thoughts are facts often leads to judgment, hindering understanding from those who hold different views.

Some exacerbate separation by consistently discussing only their particular sect, causing isolation with those who don’t share their views. A difference of opinions should foster meaningful conversations, aiding in growth without the need to be right or defensive.

I grew up associating beliefs like Buddhism, Islam, Taoism, Paganism, and Santeria with devil worshiping. Yet, as I’ve grown, I’ve fallen in love with some, learned to respect others, and discovered similarities with the roots of my upbringing in Christianity.

We should focus on uniting the collective consciousness rather than waiting for an update that aligns our beliefs, opinions, and collective thoughts. Let’s cast out a net to embrace our differences as strengths and concentrate on our collective consciousness. I don’t want us to merely coexist; I want us to thrive together. Life can be tough on our souls and minds—why not face it together? One team, one mission! Let’s strive for better.

If you know better, why aren’t you doing better?

Love y’all!