Unfortunately, what you're describing has been the recipe for disaster throughout the ages. When people are too busy being trivial, they become ripe for destruction. I flat out don't like that thought, period.
So, it's going to get way worse before it ever gets better, and I'm not sure where we go to get away from a sinking ship, but we'll need to find that place if we don't want to get caught up in the chaos that ensues.
Sad but true Glen. I mean, it gives me no joy to admit (to myself) that the ship is sinking, but I cant see it any other way. Blind denial isn't going to get a person very far, and is not my style anyway. I've got a young nieve and nephew and I'd like the world to be a nice place for them...But I can't see it being that way.
Chaos will reign yes, I wonder what it will look like afterwards. Who will be here to see it.