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Modern civilization, with its technological advancements, often gives the impression of invincibility. Yet, beneath this façade lies a plethora of warning signs indicating that not all is well. The dependence on fossil fuels has led to a misinterpretation of energy as progress. The speaker argues that humanity has become "energy blind," unable to see the real costs associated with our pursuits—namely, the ecological and social consequences of our energy and economic systems.