Recently, “The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists” reset the Doomsday Clock to just 90 seconds to midnight, a stark reminder of global threats. My encounter with this update happened through the familiar platform of Instagram. The proximity to doomsday triggered a whirlwind of thoughts, causing me to question the fairness to younger generations.
In the midst of this frenzy, I found myself spiraling , with thoughts like “We cannot be THAT close to doomsday!” dominating my mind. As the seconds ticked away in my imagination, I began to reassess my priorities. However, this initial panic was fueled by a single social media post, prompting me to question the influence of such platforms on our thoughts.
Upon regaining composure, I decided to delve deeper into the matter. Through research, I discovered that the Doomsday Clock serves as a warning, not a precise prediction. It became clear that the future is unpredictable and beyond our control.
The episode made me recognize the beauty of the small joys that I had overlooked during those two days – the pleasant breeze, the gradual emergence of the sun, and the simple pleasures that surround us. The Doomsday Clock, in essence, became a catalyst for a deeper appreciation of life’s fleeting moments.
This realization led to a crucial lesson: not letting media narratives dictate our thought processes, as it remains one of the few aspects within our control, at least for now. This experience prompted a resolution for 2024 – to resist being swayed by media sensationalism and focus on living in the moment.
Rusticriddhima 