I simply think that the human race as a whole will be more aware of their surroundings and take responsibility for their actions in the future.
I mean even within the past few years, I've noticed a great change in that people are more conscious of the choices they make, and gravitating more towards spirituality. I simply think by 2012 there'll be a build-up of spiritual energy. So much so, that it probably would result in a more compassionate and service oriented community. I'll even go so far as to say that Spirituality will probably be the new "religion" of choice within the next 5-10 years.
Like I said before, this 'movement' is simply building up steam, and before you know it, it'll start to show the results.. Today we live in an age where in order to make progress, we need to realize the value of Collective Strength. For example, a single brick would break if placed under intense pressure. However, many bricks put together form a strong and magnificent building. Similarly, tiny strands of thread snap easily under minimal force, but if one put these strands together, the collective strength of the resulting rope can even tie down an elephant.
So you can imagine what would happen if we all started to become more aware, and acted with courage, instead of re-acting with fear. So NO, the world is not going to end, but my guess is that it's simply ready for a little makeover
