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Controversy over 2012 predictions
SuZen of Erasing the Bored has been writing some interesting posts about the prophecies surrounding 2012, now only two years away. I have found her posts on this subject very interesting.
Rather than exploring these various prophecies here, I recommend you visit her site or read “What is the 2012 Doomsday Prediction?” SuZen doesn’t support one belief or another but rather, she gives an overview of the various interpretations of 2012.
My focus for this post is on the doomsayers who color these prophecies with their own predictions. The ones who say the world will come to a cataclysmic end in 2012.
I have difficulty with doomsayers. What’s their purpose other than to make us feel fearful and helpless about things they believe will happen no matter what we do? If I can’t do something about it, what’s the reason for knowing the end of the world is near?
Doomsday 2012?
According to the doomsayers, all sorts of disastrous events will occur in 2012. The weather will take a dramatic turn for the worse, we’ll have horrible sun storms, meteors will rain upon the earth, the magnetic field will reverse and burn us to a crisp, and eventually the earth will be crushed.
Sounds like fun doesn’t it?
I’m not arguing against the prophecies surrounding 2012; there are just as many positive interpretations as there are negative. Unfortunately, the focus seems to be more on the negative predictions, which are supported by the doomsayers.
The movie “2012” was released in 2009 and stars John Cusack. It portrays this “end of world” scenario with HD special effects. As this movie indicates, the closer we get to 2012, the more likely the media will put increased emphasis on what the doomsayers predict. After all, disasters get high ratings.
The other thing about predictions and prophecies is that they always contain possible truths. Sun storms can happen at any time, as can meteors strike the earth. In addition, let’s face it; the weather is unpredictable.
Moving forward to 2012
So, the predictions could happen. The doomsayers could be right, but is this what we want to focus on in the next two years and beyond?
Personally, I think believing the doomsayers is a waste of my time. I’d rather spend it working to improve the world than believing it’s coming to an end.
We have so much potential and don’t even know yet what we can accomplish. Scientists say we’ve discovered only a tiny bit of what our brains are capable of. Using this example, I choose to believe we can use more of our brains, energy and creativity to make this world a better place.
Therefore, I feel sorry for the doomsayers and their followers. They look at 2012 and see the end of the world.
I look to 2012, and the years beyond it, and believe we are heading for a wondrous time of transformation and growth.
This transformation, I believe will help us discover just how much we CAN accomplish when we are connected and using our positive energy to heal, bring peace and unite.
What about you?
How do you feel about 2012 and the prophecies?
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I guess people who predicted some of the other end of the world events and 2K disaster still had posters and banners they needed to use.
Of course I would be upset if the world did end and I was still working. I could quit my job and play golf all day and try to lower my score until then but if the world didn’t end I’d be a great golfer living in a homeless shelter. I guess I’ll keep my job and continue playing golf when I can.
I’m a “stick my head in the sand” kinda girl when it comes to this sort of stuff. It’s popping up everywhere alot lately though, so I’ll probably have to give it a closer look eventually. I tend not to jump on any bandwagon without first getting a lot of information.
You have a really creative blog. I’m going to enjoy exploring a bit. Thank you for stopping by my place and leaving such a lovely note. You’re welcome any time.
@ JC — What can I say to this, but keep your day job? LOL about the 2K disaster posters…hey, recycling is good, I guess:~)
@ Carolyn — Thanks for this visit. I hope you’ll return soon:~)I agree that it’s very important to study a subject and understand it, as much as we can. I just caution against the doomsayers, who always appear with these dates and tend to offer up very few things that are helpful. but instead create panic and fear.
BTW I also like your site very much…it is a nice place to visit:~)
I don’t know the purpose of doomsdayers either! I think just like you…bring on the wonderful!
Honestly, I’m not thinking about it. There is no way I can predict nor do I want to spend time doing so. My life is good today and I want to enjoy it. If the world does end, at least I can feel good about how I lived up until that moment. No regrets.
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Hi Sara – I plan to stay blissfully ignorant of any and all current doomsday predictions, just as I have for the previous zillion such predictions that have already occurred in my lifetime. I know there are other predictions too, about how 2012 will be the start of a glorious new era, and it’s been fun to read about this on SuZen’s blog. But deep down none of it really affects my life, the good stuff or the bad stuff. I think we have everything we need right here, right now, to live meaningful and purposeful lives. And that’s what I want to concentrate on. Thanks for reminding me about that!
Patty – Why Not Start Now?´s last blog ..In the Hallway of Transition
p.s. The artwork is beautiful, even though it’s a doomsday picture. The colors really grabbed me.
Patty – Why Not Start Now?´s last blog ..In the Hallway of Transition
Cute picture, Sara!
I too cannot get on board with doomsayers. I know there to be too much love in the universe to have to worry. There will always be those who grab onto the negative. I like YOUR attitude Sara And what a super-nice thing to link up for earthquake relief.
xo
Jannie Funster´s last blog ..Self-Portrait With iPhone, Yesterday
I agree that this is Y2K 2.0. I also heard that some academic figured out that 2012 is a miscalculation anyway. If the end of the world is indeed coming soon, let’s not waste our precious days being morose about it. Let’s enjoy – cheers!
Meg at Demanding Joy´s last blog ..On Becoming a Mommy
As with most prophecies of doom, time will tell. And since I cannot life in fear or without hope and there isn’t much I can do to prevent the world from ending, I will continue to life each day to the fullest and appreciate every moment…because who knows when my personal journey here will end? And it’s nice to know that so many others share the joy of living.
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Hi Sara. Beautiful artwork! I’m not worried in the least about the 2012 predictions. If anything I’ll be paying attention to how people around me are responding… and staying *away* from them.
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Having travelled in Christian circles for most of my adult life, I am more familiar than I’d like to be with doomsayers and their predictions. Less doomsaying, I say, and more rejoicing that life even exists.
I remember being forced to watch the first two Left Behind movies at a friend’s place once. They were nothing more than The Revelation (and other Bible books dealing with end time prophecy) rendered on the screen “Hollywood” style. I will never get those precious hours I wasted on these back!
I appreciate the Bible very much, and while I do cleave tightly to the spirit of its text I’m not one to go around trying to formulate theories on what certain passages mean… and then trying to pass said theories off as unavoidable ironclad “facts” that God told only to me, thus giving me licence to force said “facts” down others’ throats.
Frankly, there’s a lot we don’t understand about a lot of things. Why can’t we all just admit it? The way I figure, even within the darkest passages of The Revelation, there still seems to be hints of a future hope that may be far grander than the horrors detailed.
“All is dark, all is blackened
All but an upturned face”
I may have quoted that here before, but I love it. It’s from a Virgin Black song and it’s so true. There is pain and suffering in the world, and there may be much more to come if what any of the doomsayers say is true, but I believe there is always hope. It may appear frail and inconsequential in comparison, but therein lies its beauty… hope will not be crushed.
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@ Tess — I like the way you think:~)
@ Stacey — I agree with you that living in the moment is probably the healthiest and best to approach life. Also, if you do your best to live your life with care and compassion for yourself and others…than, like you said…No Regret:~)
@ Patty — I can’t really add to your comment…it’s great just the way it is. Thanks:~)
@ Patty — Thanks about the art. I’m rediscovering my “child.” I found some washable markers not long ago and I have been playing ever since. While I recognize my “art” will never be in the Louvre and even 5-year-old children can paint better than me, I do have fun:~)
@ Jannie — Thanks about the picture…see my comment to Patty about this. Somehow it doesn’t surprise me that you cannot get on board with doomsayers. It’s hard to be a doomsayer and stay as positive as you are:~)
Regarding donating to Haiti Relief, did you know that texting on cell phones has raised, to date, 8 million dollars for Haiti relief? I learned this on the Weather Channel. I don’t text, but here’s what the Weather Channel says you can do:
Text “HAITI” to “90999″ and a donation of $10 will be given automatically to the Red Cross to help with relief efforts, charged to your cell phone bill.
Text “YELE” to “501501″ and a donation of $5 will be made automatically to the Yele organization (Wyclef Jean’s Haiti relief organization)
@ Meg — Cheers back at you! When I researching this prophecy, I found on one site a 2012 Survival Guide. I believe that’s sort of an oxymoron, given the predictions:~)
@ Talon — I love the way you think. You always seem to have a centered that many of us work to find. I agree live life to the fullest and appreciate every moment you are given:~)
@ Davina — The “art” was lots of fun…so thanks! Good for you for not worrying about the 2012 doomsday predictions and staying away from doomsayers:~)
Your comment makes me realize that in fairness, I should mention that there are many positive views about 2012. For example, on SuZen’s site she mentions an author, Gill Edwards, who is included in the 2012 book she reviewed. Here’s a quote from SuZen’s site: “Edwards says this is a time all about love. It is about expanding our consciousness beyond the old creation myths and realizing the cosmos is based upon unconditional love, from which we are inseparable.”
To me, Gill Edwards’ beliefs are the total opposite of what the doomsayers are predicting!
@ Tony — I saw that you have a new post and so, I briefly checked in with your site. Now, I know what you’ve been up to! What can I say, but Wow!!!! I love the new site– it’s so dynamic; it’s full of colors and life. I can’t wait to visit and read your latest. Congratulations to both you and Cassy:~)
Regarding your comment about the doomsayers, my ex-husband studied to be a priest. As I wasn’t Catholic and even really raised with one particular religion, he always amazed me at how open-minded he was about religion. He told me once that when you actually study religion, you have no choice but to be more accepting and hopeful about the world. I see this same attitude in your comment and appreciate it very much:~)
Hey Readers…check out Tony’s site. It’s called Trottersville and you will like it:~)
I read many of the predictions years ago, and it has been interesting to see how many huge disasters we’ve had in the past decade, but other than that, I haven’t seen any signs of impending doom. Some of the predictors have suggested that making us aware of the possible “doom” could help us avert it, so I suppose that’s a reason for doomsaying. I like the idea of Y2K II — nothing happens.
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Much as I want to believe in doomsday I am not convinced. Humans will make their own destruction.
@ Dot — Thanks for your comment. For some reason, your comment reminded me of something from a book I’m reading, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. One of the characters is wearing a T-shirt that says “Armageddon was yesterday — Today we have a serious problem!” I love this line:~)
@ Walter — While I have more hope for the human race, you might very well be right in the end. Hey, if you are, at least doomsayers will not be able to spread doom and gloom anymore…there will not be anyone to listen to them:~)