That's the cynicism of someone stuck in the energy of the past. Moreover, one doesn't have to be an idealist to believe that things can change for the better. Reality is things will change but it may take several generations and things may get worse before they get better as the old guard fights and manipulates to maintain their positions. Do you read Jodie Helm's channelings? This one is on point: https://jodieshelm.medium.com/hard-times-are-coming-d66fc9a28f7 subtitled "The Angels say we will prevail"