"Everything," Allen replied. "The whole purpose of human existence is to create consciousness. To become aware of your surroundings, of yourself, of other people, of history, and of the universe itself. In order to make conscious decisions that will change the future, you must be able to perceive reality, not merely react to it. Our awareness of the present moment connects us all. Without awareness, there is no life. Awareness gives birth to thoughts, to feelings, and to ideas. Thoughts give birth to action. Actions lead to consequences. Consequences shape the future. Knowing the past only allows you to predict the future. Therefore, the absence of immortality implies the absence of a future. No hope."
"That's very profound."
"Don't let the words fool you. I'm still talking nonsense." He laughed. "Sorry. Sometimes I forget that most people don't share my beliefs. As far as they are concerned, immortalists are a bunch of lunatics."
