Cycles of Change

Knowledge - Culture - Growth

The United States faces an economic challenge characterized by increasing national debt, gradually rising interest rates after an extended period of Zero Interest Rate Policy (ZIRP), and persistent inflation. These issues are compounded by the [...]
Economic collapse is not a sudden event but a process. Historically, like the 1929 stock market crash that led to the Great Depression, numerous warning signs were ignored. After the crash, many establishment economists downplayed the danger, [...]
The idea that everything organized at a gigantic scale is heading toward failure reflects a critical view of modern society's reliance on massive institutions and systems. This perspective suggests that big governments, giant companies, huge capital [...]
Black swan events are highly improbable, unpredictable events that have massive, often catastrophic consequences., but given our current state of world affairs, how improbable are the 25 potential black swan events below? Global Cyber Attack: A [...]
The Artilect Wars would likely be a gradual process marked by a series of technological advancements, sociopolitical tensions, and escalating conflicts. Initially, the development of highly advanced artificial intelligences, or artilects, would [...]
Preparing for the future involves a multifaceted approach. Teaching survival skills, promoting adaptability, reducing dependency on oil, and fostering ethical awareness and community cooperation are all crucial steps. By equipping the next [...]
Commodity prices fluctuate in cycles driven by supply and demand dynamics, leading to periods of sharp increases followed by declines. Historical data shows that commodities often surge due to rising demand and speculative activity, but eventually, [...]
Mothers for Nuclear, founded by Heather Hoff and Kristin Zaitz, is an organization dedicated to promoting nuclear power as a crucial environmental technology. By focusing on the influential role of mothers, they aim to dispel fears and [...]
The Military-Industrial Complex (MIC) is a term coined by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in his 1961 farewell address, warning about the powerful alliance between the military and defense contractors. The MIC is responsible for much of the U.S. [...]
A Sigma male is often described as someone who chooses to live outside the traditional social hierarchies. Unlike the more well-known Alpha male, who is dominant and enjoys being the center of attention, the Sigma male is more introspective, [...]
The concept of niaya, also known as justice, is an important idea in many cultures and philosophies. Justice generally refers to fairness and the moral rightness of decisions and actions. In various legal systems and ethical discussions, justice is [...]
Rithy Thul, a visionary entrepreneur, has played a pivotal role in shaping Cambodia's startup ecosystem. Born and raised in Cambodia, his passion for technology and innovation led him to establish several ventures aimed at driving progress in the [...]