Life-shaping institutions tend to start with an idea or revelation. They often become mostly about the preservation and expansion of authority, something they relinquish only with the greatest reluctance.

Ron Suskind
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When a person is young, they have a lot of energy and have a lot of ideas. They can see things in a different way and have a goal in mind. They want to save the world and make it a better place for everyone. Many times, people who start with this type of vision tend to change from the way they began when there are other people around or when it is time to make money.

In most cases, they become less idealistic and only care about money and power. These institutions do not care about you or what you want, all they care about is their own well-being.

Source: The Way Of The World: A Story Of Truth And Hope In An Age Of Extremism

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