As it becomes increasingly clear that the existing economic, social, and political systems are literally bankrupt, many people legitimately become afraid. While fear is a necessary reaction, it is important to remember that this emotion is only necessary a step towards a creating solutions. In the same way that one does not visit a doctor until symptoms of illness are experienced, people are more likely to pay attention to explanations for why the economic system is insufficient when they are afraid of losing their jobs, retirement, homes, etc.