I think people want to believe in a good future, probably due to our survival instinct. We look to those who promise a good future, whether it be politicians or religious figures.
Technology has always been about a better future, with "better living through science." Now the level of technology allows a lot more people to start projects that promise us a better future. Most won't.
It is almost a full time job trying to separate the wheat from the chaff. Its good to be self-aware and monitor our feelings and how others are trying to make us feel. Be rational, make a plan, stick to it, reexamine and modify it periodically. That may be the best we can do. Don't burn out, stay in the game if it still appears to lead to a good future, but don't have unreal expectations.
Thanks for the thought provoking article. These are my random thoughts on the matter. :)
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, interesting. I resonate a lot with this: