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Despite all these issues, the speaker expresses skepticism regarding the feasibility of inducing higher birthrates through government policies or societal pressure. Rather, they suggest that societal shifts tend to resolve themselves over time through economic systems and individual choices. Referencing Scott Adams' "law of slow-moving disasters," they argue that when challenges become apparent, societies typically mobilize to address them organically.
They envisage several potential outcomes to mitigate the issue, including later retirement ages, advancements in automation, or even methods to integrate immigrants while preserving cultural values. In this view, the belief is cultivated that resources and living conditions would ultimately adapt to changing demographics.