and ego is taking over everywhere…

But what does it really mean to "have honor"?

If you’ve taken my consciousness level test, you might have noticed that the first level is egocentrism—being driven by survival instincts and focusing solely on oneself.

The next level, ethnocentrism, marks an awakening: alone, I cannot survive; I need a group. A family, a circle of friends, a company, a religion, a nation… However, this connection is conditional: I identify only with those who are part of this group. At this stage, honor plays a key role. It requires us to forget ourselves in order to defend the interests of the collective. According to the dictionary, "honor is a set of moral principles that compel a person to adopt behavior aligned with valued social norms, allowing them to enjoy others’ esteem and preserve their moral dignity."

Beyond this, the "homo-centric" and "world-centric" levels expand our awareness: we come to realize that we are all interconnected, human beings living on the same planet. These levels strive for peace, love among our fellow beings, and serving Life to the best of our ability. At this stage, honor takes on a sublime yet painful dimension. It becomes a source of magic, giving us wings to tirelessly act for the greater good. Simultaneously, it exposes us to the suffering of our humanity, closed off within its personal limits and individual interests.

It is this honor toward Life that guides me. Its energy springs from the illuminated gazes of my peers when their hearts open.

But it also feeds my doubts when I witness humanity’s follies that create wars, autocracies, and divisions. Should I focus on myself and those closest to me, or continue to dedicate myself to something greater? Should I persevere in seeking to influence, even if the impact seems minimal? Or should I step back, let go, trust Life, and tend to my inner garden?

What do you think?