Protopia is a term coined by the futurist Kevin Kelly, which refers to a state of constant becoming, a destination that is always in the process of being created. Unlike utopia, which is a static and idealized society, Protopia is a dynamic and constantly evolving state.
It’s ok to make mistakes, let’s see how we can do it better next time.
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In Protopia, there is no final destination or perfect society to strive for. Instead, we embrace the idea that progress and change are constant, better worlds are created out of continuous learning and adaptation, and that we must be willing to experiment, take risks, and learn from our failures in order to continue moving forward.
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Our world is a macrocosm made of many microcosms. Just like how healthy cells make up healthy proteins, healthy proteins make up healthy organs, which make up a healthy body. The Protopia concept can be found across all spectrums at all scales.