Breaking the Cycle: Finding Hope in a World of Disillusionment

How One Person’s Journey Can Help Save Society from Capitalism

Erik Blair
20 min readFeb 25, 2023

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Photo by Johann Walter Bantz on Unsplash

In today’s world, it’s easy to get lost in the noise of daily life, to become consumed by the distractions that surround us. But what happens when the noise dies down, when we’re left with the silence of our own thoughts and the reality of a society in crisis?

For me, this is a moment of reckoning, a time to reflect on the memories of my childhood, the disillusionment with a world that no longer exists, and the harsh truths that I’ve learned about society.

Reflecting on my experiences and the valuable lessons I have gained, I not only acknowledge the negative impact of capitalism on society but also offer insights on how to create a better future.

Photo of me at 5 in Alaska (running away). Photo Credit Father: Gary Blair

I don’t remember being the young man running away from home in Alaska. The young and inspired adventurer setting out to live a life filled with magic and mystery.

That was 52 years ago (1971). I was 5 years old and had no fear of the unknown wilderness all around. When I explained I was fed up with living in a cabin in the…

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