In a world dominated by constant change, concepts often emerge as tools to stabilize our understanding of life. Through conceptualization, we attempt to solidify everything that is constantly evolving. However, in this process, we inadvertently create a pool of concepts that strive to stabilize a changing world, using fixed terms to describe phenomena that are inherently dynamic.
For instance, each morning, we wake up thinking we're the same person as yesterday, yet subtle or significant changes may have occurred in the last 24 hours. Even the past isn't static; its meaning constantly shifts with our evolving perspectives. If today changes, we may view the past differently, influencing our perception of the future.
We try to stabilize through concepts, but movement and change persist. In attempting to ignore change, we seek to cement stability in our minds. However, the ever-changing world eventually diminishes the explanatory power of concepts, necessitating a constant re-conceptualization of our experiences and observations. This ongoing flux is about movement, change, and transformation.
In a world of constant change, concepts emerge as temporary fixed points shaped by our experiences. Each experience forms new conceptual frameworks in our minds. These frameworks help us make sense of our experiences while representing our struggle to maintain stability in a constantly changing world. We can think and make sense of things through concepts, but even our methods of learning and processing information have evolved, making it difficult to interpret the past with old sets of concepts.
As technologies enhance our ability to interact with the world, they trigger significant changes. Trying to perceive the world with our current set of concepts can lead to a kind of asynchrony—attempting to evaluate a new phenomenon with old criteria. The new may not fit the old measurements, yet we may not have a new set of concepts. It becomes necessary to establish new reference points and standards.
Consider the concept of "airdrop" in the crypto field. It refers to the distribution of free tokens or cryptocurrencies by specific crypto projects, often to incentivize or promote communities. These distributions typically involved users meeting certain criteria, such as performing specific transactions or contributing to the project, to benefit from these giveaways.
However, technological advancements have led to the expansion of this concept, attracting a larger number of participants. Consequently, there have been notable shifts in how airdrops are conducted. Each project now defines its own unique criteria and selection methods. Previously, simply executing a few transactions could earn you money, but now the focus is on the organic engagement and genuine user involvement in determining eligibility.
Many people are early participants or aspiring entrants in the blockchain field, seeking rewards and gains. They navigate with existing knowledge, aiming to contribute and participate in new projects based on criteria from past endeavors. The data they possess guides their actions and inspires ambitious dreams. However, they sometimes face disappointment, comparing current experiences unfairly to past ones. Ultimately, amidst ongoing change and evolution, relying on stable, historical data inevitably leads to disillusionment and asynchrony.
So, the interaction between change and concepts requires continuous adjustment and adaptation. Concepts reshape and evolve in response to changing realities. This process implies that individuals and societies must continually renew themselves and enhance their adaptive abilities.
In this context, how can we as humans adapt to constant change? While creating new conceptual sets may be challenging, it is necessary. This challenge underscores the continuous evolution of our flexibility and cognitive frameworks.
Embracing this fluidity and promoting adaptable thinking can help us navigate the complexities of today. The key to coping with change lies in continually reviewing and restructuring concepts and experiences.
Dilek