Hi Stephen, thank you so much for your kind words and solidarity! It's imperative for us to realize that there are others experiencing this, even if they are on their own path and their own journey.

It definitely goes beyond where you live. Having resided in a dozen different countries by now, I can tell you that this feeling transcends borders, cultures and paradigms.

In a way, it makes sense that those who profit from the status quo wish to protect it, and isolating challengers and rebels is a major part of that.

I'm saddened by how few people I've physically met who feel this way. This is truly a solitary odyssey.

At least we can move forward with a sense of purpose, however vague, and hope that one day it'll all be worth it.

The covid crisis opened a lot of peoples' eyes....perhaps another time will come soon which forces others to wake up!

Thanks for reading!