Bono once said, “This moment in time will be remembered for three things: the war against terror, sure; the Internet, probably; and how we let an entire continent, Africa, burst into flames and stood around with water in cans.”
My version–This generation could be remembered for at least one thing: how we did or did not use the Internet in the face of solvable problems and massive opportunities.
The Internet wasn’t made so you could watch more cat videos.
We live in a moment. Like never before, it’s easy to connect to people with common passions. And I’m not only talking about ending world hunger or preventing the rain forests from disappearing. This moment is for starting things that matter, sharing art that brings joy and connection, and growing closer together as a global community and smaller micro-communities.
(You may be thinking, kumbaya, which could be the fear stalling you from doing something big.)
How we decide to use the Internet each day will shape the future. Will we pick purpose and action or will we let this slip by?
Do not waste this great opportunity.