The article argues against the long-held belief in linear progress, suggesting that while humanity has historically embraced the notion of improvement over time, recent events challenge this mindset. Current global crises, such as political turmoil and climate change, raise concerns that children may not enjoy better lives than their parents. The piece reflects on historical perspectives, contrasting the previous belief in circular time with modern notions of progress, emphasizing the need to reassess our assumptions about the future and its appeal.
The idea of progress has been embedded in our psyche, but in times of crisis, it may lead to alarming realizations that children could be worse off than their parents.
Historically, people experienced life in a static manner, with circular time governing their worldview and the belief in progress only emerging with Modernity and Enlightenment.
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