Going together: Growing distance
Giddy up to deep-dive into factors that shape human capital, and relook at our pursuit as a human race. What factors affect the shape of our collective as we are? How it affects you and why should you get involved? What efforts are going on to shape a better future
What shapes us into who we are
The role of nurture is proven and profound in more & more dimensions. In 1690, John Locke's essay emphasized the mind at birth as a 'blank slate'. It didn't go well with the mass view of 'God - the creator'! At the peak of colonialism Francis Galton, published over 340 pieces to popularize the 'nature versus nurture' debate putting genes above the environment. Today, the role of both is scientifically much clearer!
Essentials
Basic dignity isn't much to ask
Before birth, good health of the mom-to-be & safe shelter for the family go a long way. Normal growth in early years needs holistic diet, timely health checks and sanitary & hygienic living environment.
1bn people don't have adequate shelter The Housing World Cup, 2018
2.01bn lack access to safe drinking water Our World in Data/WHO/UNICEF, 2020
811mn people slept hungry Action against hunger, 2021
Engage +vely
Think, speak, do, without fear
Fully understanding right & wrong in growth years needs institutions that foster rational thinking, a society that is inclusive, unbiased and non-discriminatory, systems that uphold & protect human rights, and provide relief in emergency.
1.3bn i.e. 2/3rd school age kids lack internet at home UNICEF, December 2020
After age 60, avg day grows 2h 15min lonelier American Time Use Survey, 2019
Grow in harmony
Respect to all forms of life
Full personality growth needs necessary upskilling, healthy creativity & competition in sports & hobbies, learning values and beliefs through cultures and respecting human, animal & plant life and using natural resources sustainably.
1.77bn people in vulnerable employment International Labour Organization, 2019
7.3mn ha of forest is lost a year & 5.2trn plastic particles are floating in oceans
Incomplete goals
Is there any unfinished business on the back of your mind? An idea, a project, a venture, gathering dust in your old notebook. Well, advancing it may be easier than you think once you know the science behind altruism and motivation in general.
"To go far...
...Go together": African proverb excerpt. To unleash our individual and collective potential, let's tap what we always relied upon - each other! Join, invest time & improve lives.
Which role will you play?
"All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players" ~ William Shakespeare
Our initiatives, expertise and abilities can catalyze the change required. The right role can channel our contributions, and add momentum to the efforts.