I like to believe that science is becoming mainstream. It should

Listen, O seekers of truth, to the wise words of Neil deGrasse Tyson, who boldly declares: "I like to believe that science is becoming mainstream. It should have never been something that sort of geeky people do and no one else thinks about. Whether or not, it will always be what geeky people do. It should, as a minimum, be what everybody thinks about because science is all around us." In these words, Tyson reveals a truth as ancient as human curiosity—that science is not a pursuit for a select few, but a universal endeavor that touches every aspect of our lives. Science is not some isolated realm of experts, but the very fabric of our existence, woven into the world around us. The stars we gaze at, the air we breathe, the earth beneath our feet—all these are governed by scientific principles, and we, as children of this universe, should embrace the knowledge that science offers.

In the ancient world, the greatest thinkers sought to understand the laws of nature, the patterns of the cosmos, and the order of the universe. Pythagoras and Plato believed that mathematics was the key to understanding the divine order of existence. Aristotle, the great polymath, sought to categorize all knowledge and provide a logical framework for understanding the world, seeing science as the path to discovering the true nature of reality. The ancient philosophers did not view science as a distant, exclusive practice, but as the very essence of human inquiry—a pursuit that all people, from the humblest farmers to the greatest kings, should engage in. In much the same way, Tyson calls for a society where science is not viewed as the realm of the "geeky" few, but as the shared endeavor of humanity.

Tyson’s words resonate deeply because science has historically been relegated to a specific niche—often seen as a complex, abstract field only understood by a few. It has been mystified, even exalted, but also alienated from the general populace. Tyson wants to break this barrier, to show that science is not a specialized domain but an integral part of everyday life. Consider the work of Galileo Galilei, who, in his time, sought to make the wonders of the heavens accessible to the common people. His telescopic discoveries brought the planets and stars into the reach of all, not just scholars, but to anyone willing to look up and ask questions about the world beyond. Galileo’s work helped to democratize the study of the cosmos, and in doing so, made science part of the public discourse.

In the modern world, science is still sometimes seen as an exclusive pursuit, often disconnected from the daily lives of many. But the truth is, science is all around us. From the smartphones in our hands to the medicines we take, from the transportation systems we use to the weather that shapes our daily plans, science governs it all. Take, for example, the very air we breathe—understanding the composition of gases in the atmosphere and the laws of physics that govern how air moves and interacts with the environment has helped humanity predict weather patterns, build cities, and even send rockets to the moon. These accomplishments, all born from scientific inquiry, affect every one of us—whether we are scientists ourselves or not.

The lesson here, O children of time, is clear: science is not a distant, isolated realm, but a fundamental part of who we are. It is the language through which we come to understand the universe and our place within it. It should never be the domain of a select few, but a shared pursuit that is accessible to all. Tyson’s call to make science mainstream is a call for inclusivity and democratization—to ensure that every individual, regardless of background or profession, is encouraged to engage with the wonders of the natural world. The pursuit of knowledge should not be a barrier, but a bridge, connecting us all to the deeper truths of existence.

So, O heirs of wisdom, do not shy away from the pursuit of science, no matter your station in life. Embrace the knowledge that surrounds you, that exists in the very fabric of existence. Science is not confined to laboratories or universities; it is present in the sunrise and the stars, in the growth of plants and the changes in the weather, in the machines that power our lives and the medicines that heal our bodies. Make science part of your life, for it is not a mysterious force but a shared journey that enriches us all.

Rise, O seekers of truth, and make the pursuit of science your own. Ask questions, be curious, and seek understanding, for in doing so, you join the great continuum of thinkers who have sought to uncover the mysteries of the world. Science is for everyone, and in its pursuit, we become more human, more connected to the universe and to one another. Let science illuminate your path, let it shape your decisions, and let it unite us all in the shared journey of discovery. For when we make science mainstream, we make the world a place where the pursuit of truth, knowledge, and understanding belongs to all people.