Are the Cycles of History Giving Us Future Insight?

"History doesn't repeat, it rhymes," as is oft repeated. There seem to be echoes from the early 20th-century in world events and social developments today. But while many are forecasting doom and gloom, do the historical cycles really reinforce that notion?!

Cycles of history and fractals: Are we 'rhyming' our timeline with that of 80 years ago? Was the Great Financial Crisis our Great Depression? Was the Pandemic our World War II?
Is there a growing instinct to submit to authority? Could the new 1950s be right around the corner?

We will engage in a dialectical guided discussion. Please see the agenda and rules of discussion below:

Agenda
Arrive & Gather (15-20 min)
Icebreaker Activity (10 min)
Discussion Activities (45-60 min)

• Street Vibe Check: What is the sentiment? Friends, family, co-workers, neighbors...
• Echoes from History: WWI, Roaring '20s, Great Depression, WWII, Post-War...
• The Debt Cycle, Socionomics and Astrology
• The Fourth Turning Cycle: 80-120 year Saeculum
• In midst of crisis... or not?
• Could the 'Crisis' already be behind us?!
• Green shoots and grassroots...

Hard Stop on Discussion by Scheduled End Time
Hangout & Connect (Optional)

Rules of Discussion

• Listen actively.
• Speak to the whole group, not just the host.
• Economy of Words: Learn how to express one idea at a time, concisely. Avoid 10-minute monologues!
• Watch your speaking inertia. Speaking is a two-way activity; yes, you should be watching and listening to others even as you speak.
• We want organic conversational, discussion flow.
  Understand good interruptions, those that enhance points being made or seek clarity, not debunk or attack.
• If you receive a good interruption, allow it!
• You’re not here to change minds. You’re here to learn how your own mind might be changed!
• Challenge ideas, not the person. What you say can be questioned or criticized. And you have the right to do the same with anyone else. (If you don’t believe your points can withstand scrutiny, don’t offer it.)
• Beware of absolute statements: "Always, never, forever, everyone..."
• Watch for broad blame, labels or abstract assumptions: “It’s all women’s fault.” “It’s all capitalism’s fault.” "Diversity is the problem/solution." “It’s obvious we have no freedom here.” “Everyone knows illegals are using up all of our social benefits.” "They're just racists..." "Because he/she/they are stupid..."

Where to Find Us
Quarterly Coffee Bar is the new name for this place, but Google still lists it as Pandacorn. We will set up at one or more tables inside. Look for our sign! There is plenty of FREE parking at the rear of the building.

About the Venue
Quarterly Coffee has all the coffee shop staples from espresso drinks and drip coffee to black tea and matcha. (Search "Pandacorn" on Google).

About Nuanced Discussions
See our main group page! Dialectical discussion, not debate.

DISCLAIMER
We are NOT affiliated with any business, religious, or spiritual organizations. Our objective is to facilitate quality dialectical discussion and activities with responsible adults. We do NOT support MLM, paid mentorship/life coaching, network marketing, real-estate/entrepreneurial education, or related exploitative schemes. Please respect our age boundaries (YOB 1980+).