PNCDNC Social Awareness: Cancer Run in a Poisoned World

Ruining Nature While Pretending to Care

Today, we live in a world where some people see things differently and challenge what everyone else thinks. These people are often called rebels or misfits, and while others may think they're strange, they are the ones who help make real change. But when it comes to protecting our planet, maybe the real problem isn’t those who dare to be different—it’s our rituals and routines.

We damage the natural world in obvious ways: digging huge mines into the earth, filling land with plastic, polluting water with chemicals, burning lots of coal and oil which creates harmful smoke, and filling the air with toxic gases. We even disturb the natural balance of space above us with things like too much electronic noise. All these activities have led to more sicknesses like cancer, and scientists say pollution from these elements can be as deadly as some poisons.​

Yet, instead of fixing the root problems, our society often chooses to hold runs or events to "raise awareness" for cancer and pollution—the very issues we've caused. We make a big show out of caring, selling ribbons and holding contests, but most of our efforts treat only the symptoms, not the true cause. This approach is like running away from the problem instead of facing it. People come together in flashy clothes, support charities, and post about it online, but we rarely ask the big questions: why did these problems happen in the first place, and how can we actually stop them?​

The Five Elements We Neglect

Long ago, Indian sages taught about the five essential elements: earth, water, fire, air, and ether (space). These aren’t just words—they’re the foundations of life itself.

But here’s how we mistreat each:

• Earth: We destroy land with mining, pollute soil, and use dangerous chemicals that cause health issues.

• Water: Factories and farms dump waste into rivers and lakes, killing fish and harming people. Many die from drinking contaminated water each year.

• Fire: We burn fossil fuels and forests for energy, causing deadly air pollution and contributing to climate change.

• Air: Vehicle exhaust and factory emissions make city air hard to breathe and increase health risks.

• Ether (Space): Too many electronic signals and lights disrupt the natural environment and increase stress.

The Problem with Only Raising Awareness

When it comes to solving big issues, just raising awareness isn’t enough. We need real solutions—like switching to renewable energy, banning harmful plastics, and making polluters pay for the damage they cause. It's easy to cheer for a good cause, but harder to demand actual changes from those with power.

What Will We Leave Behind?

If we keep ignoring the real problems, future generations will inherit a world full of sickness and pollution. Children will grow up exposed to harmful chemicals and polluted air from the day they’re born. This isn't progress—it’s giving them a world worse than we found.

The Real Revolution: Start by Questioning

Real change begins with thinking for ourselves—asking why we do things, who benefits from harmful practices, and what real solutions look like. The five elements of nature aren't our enemies—they're parts of us. By questioning and demanding better, we start the real revolution.

So, to young people: don’t just follow the crowd or join causes for show. Dare to ask hard questions, challenge routines, and look for ways to really make a difference. True progress isn’t just about awareness—it’s about awakening and action.