Across nearly 7 million years, the human brain has tripled in size, according to US-based Smithsonian Institution’s Human Origins Program. We no longer think up ways to light damp caves. Thus, the brain’s capacity is proof of how our neurons are comparable to an outstretched hand that holds the universe in its palm.
The power of the mind travels faster than light and drops quicker than gravity. Restraining its reach could only create serious repercussions. But the aptitude of the brain in molding opinions is slowly eating away at our conscience.
Opinions are affecting our values. So it does not come as a surprise when we find out that opinions and values are two intertwined abstractions. What we think mirrors who we are.
When people are at their most vulnerable, they may be essentially affected as their mind grasps varying information and processes diverse opinions. Therefore, keeping our values intact is a necessity to become passionately active global citizens. Directing our thoughts towards positivity, we can shape ourselves to literally become whatever we want in life.
Our values echo our inner selves. You only see them when you reflect from within. Meanwhile, people around you might magnify them more often today. An intelligent mind and a respectful tongue would express the volume of your brainpower.
The reader is a 16-year-old student, based in Sharjah.
