We're Told This Is Progress, But It's Actually Anti-Progress

We need a new definition of Progress, and a reset of the mythology guiding our descent into "Anti-Progress".

There's a curious disconnect between our glorification of Technological Progress and our real-world experience. If we step outside the tent of relentless propaganda touting science-fiction fantasies come to life--permanent bases on the Moon, limitless energy from fusion, etc.--we find that rather than everyday life getting better--the core meaning of Pr…