The year 2012 held a unique confluence of factors that contributed to a widespread sense of unease and anxiety across the globe. This period was marked by heightened concerns regarding economic instability, escalating geopolitical tensions, and a growing awareness of environmental degradation. Catastrophic events, both natural and man-made, further amplified this pervasive feeling of dread.
Several significant events converged during this time. The lingering effects of the 2008 financial crisis continued to impact economies worldwide, fostering insecurity and uncertainty about the future. Ongoing conflicts in regions such as the Middle East, coupled with the rise of extremist groups, generated fears of broader global instability. Furthermore, heightened media coverage of climate change and its potential consequences raised alarms about the planet’s future and the potential for environmental disasters. The Mayan calendar prophecy, while ultimately unfounded, also contributed to the atmosphere of apprehension.
