Cultural Shifts
Every cultural revolution begins with sparks—people who refuse to accept things as they are. Over time, those sparks ignite flames that reshape societies.
The French bohemians of 1830 broke from rigid norms and launched a creative revolution that changed the world.
Japan reinvented itself twice—during the Meiji Restoration and again after World War II—to become a global benchmark in innovation and productivity.
Germany, ravaged by two world wars, rose again as a strong democracy and admired economy.
The United States, first by abolishing slavery and later through the civil rights movement, redefined dignity and equality.
Silicon Valley, born in garages, democratized technology and permanently changed how we live, work, and connect.
Today, Mexico stands on the edge of its own cultural shift. I feel it everywhere I go—in conversations with Uber drivers, waiters, colleagues, friends, young and elders.
There is frustration, anger, and desperation—but above all, a deep weariness w…
