Context with Brad Harris
Escaping the Cycle of History
Dec 21, 2020
The podcast explores the concept of historical cycles and the patterns and predictions for America's next crisis. It discusses the impact of generational turnover on society and explores the rise of populism. The importance of historical perspective in breaking free from the cycle of history is emphasized.
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- American society experiences recurring cycles of history, with our current historical cycle being in the midst of a great crisis.
- Generational cycles shape the rhythm of history, imprinting generational psychology and influencing each generation's contributions to the historical cycle.
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The Rhythm of History: Generational Cycles
Howe and Strauss argue that American society experiences recurring cycles of history, each spanning roughly 80 to 100 years. These cycles consist of four turnings: the high, the awakening, the unraveling, and the crisis. They suggest that our current historical cycle began after World War II, with periods of confidence, spiritual upheaval, institutional decay, and now a historical crisis. They predict that this crisis, which we are currently in, will bring about cataclysmic disruptions that will transform society.
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