by Xian Magnaye (7th)
When you think of hippies, you might imagine bright colors, easygoing personalities, a love for peace, and a deep appreciation for nature. Sounds like a peaceful world, right? But have you ever wondered what it would be like if hippies actually ruled the world?
While it may seem like a wonderful, eco-friendly place, a world dominated by hippie ideals could have some surprising downsides. Let's take a look at what might happen if society focused only on peace, nature, and simplicity.
A Green World
In a world run by hippies, nature would thrive. Environmental issues like pollution would decrease, and global warming might slow as people protested against big corporations, reduced deforestation, and worked to protect natural resources. Wars could even disappear since everyone would be focused on peace.
But would this be enough? Historically, some major technological advancements have come from times of conflict. Without inventions driven by competition, what kinds of breakthroughs might we lose? A world obsessed only with preserving nature and peace might find itself falling behind in other areas.
A World Stuck in Black and White
A hippie-led world would focus on solving environmental problems, but what about society’s other needs? The economy could suffer as factories close and fossil fuels are phased out, causing power shortages and a drop in trade. The lack of industry and innovation could mean fewer job opportunities and economic growth.
Eventually, people might start questioning this way of life. They could look back and wish for a return to modern-day conveniences and technology.
The Anti-Hippie Movement
As society realizes that a hippie-led world has made nature healthier but society weaker, an anti-hippie movement might emerge. This new movement could lead to clashes between people with different beliefs, resulting in protests and even violence. If these ideas became extreme, a revolution could erupt, similar to the French Revolution, with people fighting to reclaim their vision for society.
How Did the Hippies Take Over?
Imagine that hippies slowly took over governments by protesting and gathering support from people who wanted change. As the movement grew, more people began to side with them, and eventually, their ideals became the laws of the land.
Why I Don’t Agree with Hippie Ideals
While there’s value in taking care of the planet, I believe that challenges and change are what push humanity forward. People need to learn from mistakes and experience challenges firsthand. Without some chaos and competition, we might never grow, invent, or achieve all the things that make society strong.