Why Be A Skeptic In A World of Possibilities

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Today, I was watching an interview of Elon Musk (as I often do when I am in need of some inspiration), and I got to know that the very people Elon looked up to as heroes were highly skeptic of the path he was on, in regards to his space exploration endeavors.

When asked by the interviewer, an emotional Elon said that, that was quite painful for him but still he would never give up. That really struck a chord in me because I too have never quite understood this particular line of thinking where people are just skeptical about things and ideas without even considering the possibilities.

I have always had a progressive mindset, as I believe that the human race is capable of doing things that are considered impossible. This actually excites me more than anything else and that’s the reason why I love the world of technology so much.

So, it can be really painful and frustrating to see many people, in even today’s world, being skeptical about things or future prospects of a technology, when history is laden with examples of us achieving ever greater heights.

Why Be Skeptical In A World of Possibilities?

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One of the things that I like telling people is that, if something is not breaking the laws of physics or won’t in the future, why would you be skeptical about it? Yes, it might take longer to achieve said thing, but unless it’s within the laws of nature, why say something is just impossible.

The past century is proof of the fact that there are so many possibilities (almost infinite if you are really feeling it) in the world that you could choose your own path and contribute to advancing the world instead of trying to bring the other person down who is merrily walking his own path.

Let me use Elon’s example to reiterate. He is single handedly trying to push the human race forward in so many different avenues that will change the world many times over and yet, instead of supporting his ideas or even letting him be, several people (even highly credible) have been ridiculing his vision.

What I’m trying to say is, if you don’t believe in something, why go out of your way, to make a person seem like a fool? Visionaries are always misunderstood and they are the ones who end up achieving what everyone else said couldn’t be done and they have the last laugh anyways.

The Art of Asking “What If”

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You know what today’s world was built on? Ideas! Yes, ideas that were just thoughts in someone’s head, who worked tirelessly to bring them to existence. They are the ones who asked “what if”.

They are the ones who asked things like…. What if this works out? What if we are able to do this or that? What if this will change the world? The journey of changing the world begins with this question.

Instead of trying to come up with reasons why something won’t work, why not spend your energy to look for ways that it will! Isn’t innovation and progress things that we all want? Why no support these visionaries then or better yet be one yourself?

The world we live in is full of possibilities and as humans we have the gift of intelligence to achieve those possibilities for the betterment of our entire race. Why be a skeptic in such a world?

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Oh yeah I remember that interview. Elon is my favourite. Not only a smart person but he is the one who is thinking about humanity and trying to achieve big.

People are always skeptical about big and different ideas until you prove them.Musk has done and just doing that.

You are absolutely right. One of the greatest visionaries right now on the planet. Hope he achieves all that he has set out for :)

Yeah, exactly. I would pray for him if I have to because what he is thinking right now and trying to do, we don't know exactly what impact it will have on our future lives that's why sometimes we underestimates him.
You know what? It is on my bucket list to see earth from Mars so he has to survive.

Well said. The world would indeed be a far better place if people really looked at it with glasses of possibilities and solutions rather than of scepticism and fear-mongering.

Exactly. It's all about using your energies in the right place :)

Skepticism is weapon with double effect, and using it must be to protect our interest not to avoid our success, the matter deserves more reflection.
Thank you for pushing up the question in my head :)

Very wisely said man!! Very wisely said!!! We shouldn't use our own intellect against us but for us :)

WOW! If this is your own quote, I want to follow you. An incredibly wise thought, indeed! Can I save this for reference?

And I fully agree with the latest on pushing the question in my head too. ;)

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Hmm, I believe there's a good reason why we have both skeptics and progressive thinkers. I'm an enthusiast embracer of visions such as the ones of Elon Musk, and I'm sure he will most definitely succeed, knowing the obstacles he faced before his vision started to shape up and produce visible results.

But in domains which involve prevention of various dangers, calamities, diseases, for example, do you think a question like "What if this works out?" is appropriate without the opposite "What if this doesn't work out?" view skeptics usually bring to the table. I'd say the skeptical view prevails for prevention.

About supporting the visionaries, I'm all up for it! Unless every other person thinks he or she is a visionary.

Thought-provoking post, thank you for that!

Everything has its place and skepticism used in the right place certainly has! I like your example about the prevention of things were you just have to consider both sides of the coin. Nice!! :)

Nothing impossible if we believed, we have to be focus and belief skeptical about issue creating step back.

No matter how anyone looks at it, Elon is an inspiration to those that dare to dream. he's making headway in space travel, and has to be admired. His latest launch is prove of his innovative spirit, and I'm sure we can expect bigger and better things from him in the future.

He has proved the skeptics wrong time and again and that just puts a huge smile on my face. Hope he shuts them down completely in the future. :D

The simple truth is people are complicating their lives instead of seeing the real possibilities in order to move forward. Every day is a wonderful opportunity to start a new chapter.

I notice that quite a few times as well. People are making their own lives difficult and it is all because of their narrow mindset. Quite sad really.

A lot of truth innit. Takes bravery to step up and be the change we want to see in the world. It is said that graves are rich with ideas...let's not die with ours. Make a positive step today!

It's the brave who keep going despite the loud group of cowardly. And I love that quote "graves are rich with ideas." Kudos :)