I'm trying to conquer the future.

In the ancient halls of wisdom, where the greatest minds once gathered to speak of the future, there has always been a recognition of its profound power—the future is both a realm of possibility and uncertainty, where dreams and fears converge. The words of MrBeast, “I’m trying to conquer the future,” speak to this ancient drive within us all, that deep-seated desire to shape what lies ahead. To conquer the future is not merely to endure the passing of time, but to seize it with purpose, to forge a path where none existed before, and to take control of the vast, open spaces that the unknown holds.

This sentiment echoes the words of the ancient warriors, the philosophers, and the visionaries who understood that to master the future, one must first understand the present. To conquer the future is to take the steps necessary today to craft tomorrow. It is a task that requires both courage and foresight, for the future is not something to be passively awaited but something to be actively pursued. The Stoics, led by Marcus Aurelius, taught us that our focus should not be on the uncontrollable forces of fate, but on our ability to control our actions, to live virtuously in the present, and through these actions, to shape the future.

Consider the great Alexander the Great, who, as a young man, sought to conquer not just the lands around him but the very idea of empire. He did not view the future as a passive force that would merely unfold on its own. Rather, he willed the future into existence with his ambition, his military genius, and his relentless pursuit of glory. His journey across the known world was not merely about expanding territory; it was about reshaping the course of history, about crafting a future where his influence would be felt for centuries. In his desire to conquer the future, Alexander redefined what was possible, and in doing so, left behind a legacy that stretched far beyond his lifetime.

The same desire to create and shape the future is found in the lives of many great figures throughout history. Leonardo da Vinci, a man whose genius spanned art, science, and engineering, did not merely exist in the present. He envisioned a future where machines could fly and the mysteries of the natural world could be understood through observation and invention. Da Vinci, like MrBeast, sought to conquer the future, not just through his work, but by inspiring others to see the world differently, to question the limits of their own time. His legacy lies not in the accomplishments he achieved in his own lifetime, but in the vision he laid out for the future, one that future generations would continue to build upon.

In the modern world, figures like MrBeast have taken up this mantle, recognizing the power and opportunity of the future and striving to shape it through innovation, action, and creativity. His YouTube videos, often featuring grand challenges and philanthropic acts, do not just entertain—they reflect a vision of the future where individuals can use their influence and resources to make a lasting impact. Like the ancients who used their courage and vision to carve their paths into the future, MrBeast understands that to conquer the future is to create it actively, to push the boundaries of what is possible and to inspire others to do the same.

However, to conquer the future is not to do so alone. It is to build something that outlasts us, something that will endure long after we are gone. Empires, both physical and intellectual, are not just built on the vision of a single person but on the contributions of many. It is through collaboration and the shared desire to create a better world that we find true success. In MrBeast’s case, his collaborations with friends, fellow creators, and his wide-reaching influence across social media have allowed him to shape the future in ways that were once unimaginable. He recognizes that the future is not just about individual glory, but about working together to create a lasting, positive impact on the world.

The lesson for us all is this: the future is not a distant place, nor a passive force waiting to overwhelm us. It is a space that we can enter and shape through our actions, our creativity, and our vision. Like the ancients who saw the future as something to conquer, we must also approach it with purpose and determination. Whether through innovation, compassion, or striving for excellence, we have the power to create the future we desire. Let us not wait for it to unfold on its own, but instead, let us take the reins, for the future is ours to conquer, just as it has always been.