For the longest time, I’ve always been accused of “living in a fantasy world” by others who deem themselves to live in “grounded reality.” However, I believe they are just as deep in a fantasy world as I am, but theirs is much more predictable and routine. Real life never made sense, and every day I am baffled by how we get on so nonchalantly.

Whenever I have a problem, I like to lurk through various groups and forums featuring a diverse range of people to see their perspectives. The solutions are always varied, but the one thing all groups have in common is their conviction. Of course, there will be a popular outlook; without it, we would not be able to survive together as a species. But I like to think that the idea of an “outlook” or “perception” is free. Behind every strong conviction or belief is pure nothingness. They are all susceptible to the death and rebirth cycle. Because of our nature and how creation works, our convictions solidify with time and consistency, but I believe this is a code that can be warped and recreated, moment by moment.

So, I am advocating for fantasy—not in the traditional sense, but as the creation of a fantasy that resonates with the self and not merely with the surrounding culture. There is nothing wrong with being conditioned by ideas, but because these ideas govern our everyday lives, it is wise to be aware of their endless possibilities for change.