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0 sats \ 5 replies \ @Undisciplined 21 Mar \ on: Do you think we're in a 3rd turning ? AskSN
I think there's a good chance that we're (Americans) about to live through a change on the scale of the Revolution/Civil War/Great Depression.
Does that mean we're in a 3rd turning? Maybe. I haven't read the book, so I don't know all that goes into a 3rd turning.
i've just realized that i should have said 4th turning lol
the ultimate typo, that being said, handing over to gpt the classic definition of a 4th turning
A Fourth Turning is a period of intense national crisis that occurs roughly every 80 to 100 years, marking the end of a historical cycle. It’s when old institutions break down, public trust collapses, and society faces a major upheaval—such as war, revolution, or economic collapse. Unlike the previous era of fragmentation and individualism, the Fourth Turning is marked by collective action, where people come together to confront existential challenges. It’s triggered by a major event, like a financial crash or global conflict, and unfolds over two decades or more, ultimately leading to a profound transformation of society and the birth of a new order. Think of it as the “winter” season in the cycle of history—a time of hardship, but also of rebirth.
so i think you're on the money
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The optimistic take would be that this one started in 2007 and is almost over.
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i'd like to think so, although it sure doesn't feel like we're about to exit this phase anytime soon tbh
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No, my guess is that Covid is a more likely starting point and we've got a ways to go.
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