Toward a Conscious Civilization: Envisioning a Harmonious Future

Zen Benefiel
2 min readFeb 12, 2024

My Vision for Humanity’s Evolution Toward Greater Awareness and Connection

In “ZERO to ONE,” I present my vision for humanity’s journey toward becoming a more conscious civilization. This concept goes beyond mere technological or intellectual advancement; it is about evolving our collective consciousness to embrace greater awareness, harmony, and interconnectedness.

The Essence of a Conscious Civilization

A conscious civilization, in my view, is one where individuals are not only aware of their surroundings but are also deeply attuned to their inner selves and the interconnectedness of all life. It’s a civilization where the collective consciousness is elevated, leading to more harmonious ways of living and interacting with our planet and each other.

The Role of Individual Awakening

The journey toward a conscious civilization begins with individual awakening. Each personal awakening contributes to the collective, gradually shifting the global consciousness. My experiences, from exploring non-human intelligence to deep meditative states, have shown me that these individual awakenings are crucial for the evolution of our collective…

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Zen Benefiel

Vulnerable and radically curious toward harmony among people and planet. Co-Executive Director of Live and Let Live Global Peace Movement and Foundation.