Weeklies: The End as Beginning
There is a strange and persistent truth running through human history: the shadow of the world’s end has always haunted our imagination, and yet, paradoxically, it has spurred some of our greatest acts of change and renewal. Whether the threat comes in the language of prophecy or in the warnings of scientists, the possibility of an ending has rarely meant mere despair. Rather, it acts as a catalyst, sharpening our sense of meaning and igniting our capacity for transformation—both as individuals and as societies.
From the earliest myths, humanity has grappled with visions of annihilation. The ancients told stories…
Keep reading with a 7-day free trial
Subscribe to Dr. Vanessa Sinclair’s Substack to keep reading this post and get 7 days of free access to the full post archives.
 | A guest post by
|