To everyone complaining that this article is elitist, or written from a privileged perspective, that's beside the author's point. He even addresses this critiqu

To everyone complaining that this article is elitist, or written from a privileged perspective, that's beside the author's point. He even addresses this critique succinctly: > This is a key part of what it means to be a responsible elite. You use your privilege and your personal judgment to explore and solve problems that no one else can. It's clear that this essay is not aimed at the everyman who finds meaning in the routine of life. A small number of individuals will read this and find inspiration in its perspective and ambition, even if they might be slightly off-put by its delusional tone. Often an unshakeable belief in one's own ability to succeed against all odds is enough to push one to go try to build something radically new. Personally I've never experienced that sort of absolute certainty, but I have definitely seen it in action. My most original and insightful ideas came to me invariably during periods when I was unemployed, spending my time reading and wondering about the nature of the universe. I've never had the courage to pursue them. I'm glad some people do, though.