Welcome to Fourth Turning Chronicle, your resource for understanding the cycles of history and how they shape the present and future. Inspired by the generational theory outlined in The Fourth Turning by William Strauss and Neil Howe, this blog delves into the profound idea that history unfolds in recurring patterns, each cycle lasting approximately 80 to 100 years and divided into four distinct phases: High, Awakening, Unraveling, and Crisis.
Our focus is on the Fourth Turning—the Crisis phase. It’s a time when established systems face upheaval, society confronts existential challenges, and new institutions emerge from the ashes of the old. The world we live in now echoes the turbulence of past crisis eras, such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and World War II. These periods weren’t just moments of disruption; they were the catalysts for societal transformation.
Fourth Turning Chronicle is committed to exploring today’s pivotal events, analyzing them through the lens of generational shifts, and offering insights into what may come next. From political and economic upheavals to cultural and social movements, we chronicle the journey through this defining era, aiming to spark conversations and deepen understanding.
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