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He remarked that Europe, in particular, lacks a sense of optimism, which he associates with the broader decline of societal vitality. According to Musk, “when was the last time you talked to someone from Europe who is optimistic?” His perception is that without a sense of hope and purpose, civilizations risk decay and collapse. Musk advocates for reigniting hope and purpose, even comparing the act of having children—an inherently optimistic act—to a vital civilizational instinct.