One Of God's Better People (2027)
In our world, the "better people" are the ones who refuse to become cynical.
In the book, Gatsby was a dreamer. He was a man who recreated himself out of thin air because he believed life could be bigger and brighter than what he was given. One Of God's Better People
Of course, being one of the "better people" often comes at a cost. It usually requires a level of sensitivity that makes the world’s sharp edges hurt a little more. Gatsby’s story didn't end in a sunset; it ended in the reality of a world that wasn't ready for his level of romanticism. In our world, the "better people" are the
It’s high praise, isn't it? But it’s also uniquely vague. It doesn't say he was a saint, or a hero, or a genius. It just suggests that in the grand, messy lottery of human nature, this person ended up in the "better" column. The Beauty of the "Better" Of course, being one of the "better people"
They are the strangers who step in when they see someone being treated unfairly.
But maybe that’s the point. To be one of the "better" ones is to choose kindness and hope, even knowing that the world might not always return the favor. Closing Thoughts
We all know someone who fits this description. They aren't perfect—they might even be deeply flawed—but they possess a certain "extra" something. Maybe it’s a boundless capacity for hope, an unwavering loyalty, or just a way of making the world feel a little more organized and a little less cruel when they’re in the room.