I want there to be respect again for each other's values. Respect for the elderly, who are worthless today. Respect for children's differences and much more inclusiveness. I want no one to talk on cell phones in public spaces, but to be polite and friendly. Status symbols and eternal bragging will disappear. It means nothing. While families and friendships will flourish.

All wars are over. The whole world is united in peace. Neither the EU nor NATO exist anymore. All countries work together. We have no military left and weapons have stopped being made. Unemployment no longer exists. Everyone has a job. And those who work can work a maximum of 4 hours a day and earn as much as 8-hour jobs. Everyone also earns the same amount regardless of what you do. Equal pay for everyone. All food prices are at half price levels compared to today so everyone has the right to manage to get food for the day.

People will work to live and not live to work. Work weeks will be a maximum of five days. Cities will stop being productive machines, and will become the space in which a cohesive society can be expressed. Social cohesion will again allow children to grow up together with their peers, in safe and available places throughout the territory. Neighborhoods will allow soft mobility and there will be a return to having at most one car per household. Secular third places will once again exist for teens and adults, who will not necessarily have to spend money to have reception.

In 2040, I imagine a Europe that has fully embraced sustainability, innovation, and community-driven progress. Climate change is no longer an existential threat but a challenge we have successfully tackled through renewable energy, circular economies, and nature-conscious urban development. Transportation is powered entirely by clean energy—public transit is seamless, fast, and accessible, reducing the need for private cars. Cities are green, with vertical forests, smart energy-efficient buildings, and abundant public spaces for people to connect. Rural areas are thriving, thanks to advanced digital infrastructure that allows remote work, telemedicine, and sustainable agriculture. Education has evolved beyond traditional models, incorporating personalized learning, real-world problem-solving, and emotional intelligence training. AI and technology serve as tools for empowerment rather than replacement, supporting individuals in their creativity, critical thinking, and well-being. Most importantly, communities are stronger than ever. Technology connects people rather than isolates them, fostering local engagement and global collaboration. Policies prioritize well-being over economic growth alone, ensuring a fair and inclusive society where no one is left behind. This is the Europe I hope for—one where sustainability, innovation, and human connection shape a thriving and balanced future for all.