A person standing in a sagging old mine shaft feels the earth begin to tremble: it is time for quick, instinctive action and nimble footwork. There can be success, but extraordinary measures are called for. When the roof is collapsing, run first, choose your destination later.
Extraordinary times bring out the best and worst in people. Natural disasters bring with them stories of great heroism -- but also looting and rioting. When great weight is on the world, powerful moments present opportunities to make great gains. Everything is in a state of flux. One can either move in the direction of positive change and improvement or towards stagnation.
