Alternative futures will require planning. Considering the world is shifting, do you know where you want to live in ten years?
With our world clearly out of whack, its important to start thinking about where the best places on the planet will be in ten years and make plans to be there. Everyone from those planning retirement to yongsters sitting out America's shakey economic recovery in their parent's basements needs to be considering global opportunities and options for thier futures.
Based on reliable projections, emerging nations will continue to expand over the next few years while the West is predicted to struggle. The wise will pay close attention to subtle shifts in economic trends and ready themselves for adapting to living new lifestyles in new places. This can be an exciting time the those who maintain an open mind.
On the other hand, for the many who'll be less willing to experience new ways of existing, will almost certainly have a harder road to hoe ahead. If one has already determined where problems will be most severe due to stunted growth, political and ideological stagnation, cost of education and healthcare, constant wars, widening income disparity, aging infrastructure, a weakening social safety net with an exploding national debt, then one should be evaluating alternatives to that eventuality now.
Learning second and third languages, understanding new cultures and customs, gaining an appreciation for alternative outlooks is the beginning to becoming a global citizen. Those with a sense of humor, adventure and a curious nature will fare well. Remember, don't lock yourselves into yesterday because tomorrow is where the world is going.
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