A Chaotic Mind’s Reflection on the Injustice of Our World
Mariam Elhouli
9/11/20252 min read
As I close my eyes and press my forehead against the cold plane window, the gentle warmth of the rising sun caresses my face. Below me stretches a vast expanse of land and greenery—nature’s quiet, enduring beauty. And yet, my restless mind can’t help but drift toward the overwhelming injustice that shadows our world.
How did we, the human race, become so much worse than the very animals we once lived alongside? This world—crafted with such intricate perfection by god—has been ravaged, torn apart by the hands of those who should be its protectors.
I wonder endlessly: why do humans kill each other? For what real purpose? How can the differences that make us unique not be embraced and celebrated, when even every tree, every blade of grass, holds its own distinct beauty? No two are the same. And yet, we tear each other down for our differences—skin color, beliefs, borders that separate us more than they unite us.
The only certainty in this life is death. None of us carry anything with us beyond this world. All our possessions, our grudges, our power—they will be left behind, forgotten. So I ask myself, what kind of planet are we leaving for our children? Our grandchildren? A world filled with scars, fear, and endless conflict?
My heart feels unbearably heavy. I feel powerless watching the news, scrolling through stories of injustice, violence, and hatred. It’s a helplessness that sinks deep, a chaos within my mind that refuses to settle.
But maybe this chaos—the tangled emotions of anger, sadness, and confusion—is a call to awaken. A call to resist numbness, to not turn away. Because if we don’t acknowledge the darkness, how can we ever hope to bring light?
This isn’t just a reflection; it’s a plea. To recognize our shared humanity. To fight for justice in whatever way we can, however small. To be the voice that refuses to stay silent in the face of cruelty. To remember that healing begins when we open our eyes—not just to the beauty below us, but to the suffering around us.
Maybe I am helpless on my own, but united we stand and divided we fall. I know it sounds like a cliché, but deep down, I believe that’s the only way forward.
If you, like me, feel this weight, this burning need for change, know that you are not alone. Together, our chaotic minds can find clarity, and maybe, just maybe, spark a hope strong enough to heal the wounds of this fractured world.