It All Started in 2011
I admit I am not the sharpest tool in the shed. I have strange ways of learning and applying what knowledge I have acquired through a decade of nonsense. If money and material things are at the forefront of your existence and you don't care about how socio-economics impacts lives and devastates relationships, this writing is not for you! A firm believer that history repeats itself and if your mindset has not been altered to true facts, you can expect the outcome to be the same regarding your money and the world at large on a global scale. Security and its securities... who benefits?
Where were you in 2011? 2011 was a one-year (numerology the beginning). I have claimed for over a decade that this was the year that changed everything. The year 2011 subconsciously played havoc in people's lives. It took over the foundation for what anyone was trying to achieve and who they were trying to get something over on someone else. It was a year of reveal and discovery and the beginning of seeing motives played out in front of your eyes!
Personally, this was the year that devastatingly changed the trajectory of my life. The relationship that I was in resulted in one more woman moving into his house behind my back. I was left for dead after phone call after phone call was not returned. (too busy drinking with his other supply) I was sick with a serious infection that needed immediate attention which later down the road came in the form of leukemia I have now. (Although it wasn't diagnosed until 2013) Another woman by then had made her way into his house. 2011, Sick and trying to work, dealing with a late-in-life female situation, being accused of not wanting to work or not finding adequate employment to suit his bs lifestyle or to pay for his children; using every bit of my financial resources to just survive and afford him, govt assist was the only way to feed my own child. There were no jobs to be had. The unemployment rate was over 10%. The only available position was to bartend. (mind you this came on the heels of being an operation manager and event coordinator) That position came to an end with the economic crash!
Imagine being blamed for a world crisis because someone could not have his life funded. I would not move into a house that had already been shared by the other many women. A revolving door of women he used to placate, set up to provide, and give him what he could not do for himself. Imagine being made fun of because of my ideas for wanting a different type of life. Imagine being so jealous and deviant that the women he paraded around with set in motion a ball of gossip with the job I was trying to do which already was tormenting; mentally and emotionally crippled life. Not to mention the phone calls I received from those women because of the lies he told them to manipulate the situation.
By 2013 I had had enough. Recovery was my only intention and how I was to do this was to learn and study a (2014-2016) form of psychology and life coaching to benefit and elevate my income status. I chose these subjects so I could teach others the scope of what financial abuse looks like and how emotional- socio-environment and economic welfare affect all relationships(personal and working ) from all outside stances. This is what I mean when I say there is always a trickle-down effect. There is cause and effect and its implications to serve self-destroy lives. Especially when finances are at the top of personal gain
We are in a 9 year. It is a year of completion and transformation. It is also the year of reckoning. Last year being an 8 year we saw the karmic forces come to the surface. It was the choosing to soothe, deflect, and ignore all behaviors set forth that started in 2011. Below I am going to compile a list of the socio-economics and its impact on life that started with the crash in 2008. Again I am not the sharpest tool in the math dept and only you the reader can decipher, where you were and how this year was the beginning of the end...( I am convinced this started on purpose and it was the workings of global elites who set out to impoverish families.)
The economic crash of 2009,
primarily triggered by the 2008 global financial crisis, had widespread
economic and social impacts, reshaping lives across the globe. Here's an
overview of its economic effects, the social experiment it initiated, the
disruption it caused, and the parties deemed responsible:
Economic
Impact
- Unemployment Surge:
- The U.S. unemployment rate peaked at 10% in October
2009.
- Millions of jobs were lost globally, especially in
construction, manufacturing, and finance.
- Foreclosures and Housing Crisis:
- The collapse of the housing bubble led to massive
foreclosures.
- Home values plummeted, erasing trillions of dollars in
household wealth.
- Bank Failures and Bailouts:
- Major financial institutions like Lehman Brothers
collapsed.
- Governments spent billions on bank bailouts to stabilize
the economy (e.g., TARP in the U.S.).
- Decline in Global Trade:
- World trade contracted by 12% in 2009.
- Many countries, especially export-dependent economies,
faced recessions.
- Fiscal Austerity:
- In Europe, countries like Greece implemented harsh austerity
measures, sparking widespread protests.
Social
Experiment
The crisis unintentionally served as
a large-scale social experiment in:
- Income Inequality:
- The wealth gap widened, with the recovery
disproportionately benefiting the wealthy.
- "Occupy Wall Street" and other movements
highlighted the divide between the "1%" and "99%."
- Housing and Homelessness:
- Millions were displaced, leading to community
fragmentation.
- Many turned to alternative living arrangements
(multi-generational households, downsizing).
- Financial Literacy and Distrust:
- Public skepticism of banks and financial institutions
surged.
- A rise in financial literacy programs and advocacy for
tighter regulations.
- Social Safety Nets:
- The crisis tested welfare systems, unemployment
benefits, and food assistance programs.
- Governments experimented with stimulus packages and
quantitative easing.
Disruption
of Lives
- Economic:
- Families lost savings, homes, and access to credit.
- Small businesses faced closures, further increasing
unemployment.
- Psychological:
- Stress, anxiety, and depression rates soared.
- "Recession trauma" shaped the economic
behaviors of younger generations (e.g., Millennials).
- Educational:
- Rising tuition costs and shrinking job markets left
many young graduates in debt without employment prospects.
- Societal:
- Trust in institutions (government, banks, and
corporations) eroded.
- Political polarization increased, with movements on
both the left and right gaining traction.
Who
Was to Blame?
- Financial Institutions:
- Banks engaged in reckless lending practices, offering
subprime mortgages to unqualified borrowers.
- Derivative products like mortgage-backed securities
(MBS) and collateralized debt obligations (CDOs) amplified risk.
- Government and Regulators:
- Lax regulation allowed speculative practices to
flourish.
- Failure to foresee and address the growing housing bubble.
- Credit Rating Agencies:
- Misrated toxic financial products, contributing to
investor overconfidence.
- Consumers:
- Some argue borrowers took on mortgages and debt they
couldn’t afford.
- Economic Philosophies:
- Excessive reliance on free-market ideologies and
deregulation (e.g., repeal of Glass-Steagall Act in 1999).
The 2009 crisis reshaped how
economies, governments, and individuals approached financial risk, inequality,
and regulation, leaving a legacy of caution and reform.
The economic crash of 2008-2009 continued
to have profound ripple effects in 2011, shaping the global economy, political
landscape, and social dynamics. Here's how 2011 was impacted:
Economic
Impact in 2011
- Sluggish Recovery:
- Global economic growth was uneven, with advanced
economies struggling to recover.
- Unemployment rates in the U.S. remained high (9% in
2011), and job creation was slow.
- Eurozone Debt Crisis:
- The sovereign debt crisis in Europe worsened, with
countries like Greece, Ireland, Portugal, Spain, and Italy facing
financial turmoil.
- The European Union and IMF implemented bailout
packages, coupled with strict austerity measures.
- U.S. Debt Ceiling Crisis:
- Political gridlock over raising the debt ceiling led
to fears of a U.S. default.
- Credit rating agency Standard & Poor's downgraded
the U.S. credit rating from AAA to AA+, marking a historic first.
- Occupy Wall Street Movement:
- The growing wealth gap and frustration over corporate
greed and economic inequality culminated in the Occupy Wall Street
protests, beginning in September 2011.
- The movement's slogan, "We are the 99%,"
highlighted resentment toward the financial elite and the perceived lack
of accountability for the crash.
- Market Volatility:
- Stock markets experienced significant turbulence, with
investors reacting to ongoing crises in the Eurozone and U.S. fiscal
uncertainty.
- Housing Market Stagnation:
- U.S. housing markets remained sluggish, with many
homeowners underwater on their mortgages.
Social
and Political Impact in 2011
- Rise of Populism:
- Economic frustrations fueled the rise of populist
movements on both the left and right.
- In Europe, far-right parties gained momentum, while
anti-austerity protests became widespread.
- Youth Unemployment and Social Unrest:
- Global youth unemployment soared, contributing to
protests and discontent.
- In countries like Spain, the Indignados
movement voiced concerns about unemployment, austerity, and corruption.
- Arab Spring:
- Economic inequality and youth unemployment were key
drivers of the Arab Spring, which began in late 2010 and peaked in 2011.
- Protests led to regime changes in Tunisia, Egypt, and
Libya, but also political instability and conflict.
- Shifting Public Priorities:
- Governments and citizens increasingly demanded reforms
in banking, taxation, and corporate practices.
- The crisis accelerated conversations about wealth
redistribution, the role of government in the economy, and financial
regulation.
Long-Term
Structural Changes Taking Shape in 2011
- Tightened Financial Regulations:
- Implementation of reforms like the Dodd-Frank Act in
the U.S. and Basel III globally aimed to reduce systemic risk in banking.
- Technology-Driven Change:
- Economic challenges spurred innovation in sectors like
tech and fintech.
- More people began exploring gig work and
entrepreneurial ventures due to job scarcity.
- Economic Divergence:
- Emerging markets, especially in Asia, recovered faster
than advanced economies.
- This marked a shift in global economic power toward
countries like China and India.
- Psychological Legacy:
- Consumers remained cautious, with higher savings rates
and lower household debt.
- Younger generations, particularly Millennials, shaped
their financial habits around the lessons of the crash.
The aftermath of the crash, felt
strongly in 2011, highlighted the fragility of the global economy, the
consequences of inequality, and the importance of proactive governance. While
some progress was made, lingering issues from the crash continued to fuel
economic and social challenges worldwide.
The economic crash of 2008-2009, and
its lingering effects in the years that followed (including 2011), deeply
impacted families and relationships. Financial instability, stress, and
shifting dynamics caused by the crisis put significant strain on households and
social structures. Here’s how:
Economic
Strain on Families
- Job Losses and Financial Pressure:
- Unemployment and underemployment forced families to
cut back on spending, sometimes leading to housing instability and loss
of savings.
- Parents faced difficulty providing for basic needs,
causing tension within households.
- Increased Debt and Bankruptcy:
- Many families turned to credit cards or loans to make
ends meet, leading to debt spirals.
- Bankruptcies and foreclosures disrupted family stability
and forced relocations, uprooting children from schools and communities.
- Delayed Milestones:
- Younger adults postponed marriage, having children, or
purchasing homes due to financial uncertainty.
- Parents delayed retirement, affecting generational roles
and responsibilities.
Psychological
and Emotional Stress
- Increased Conflict and Divorce:
- Financial stress is a leading cause of marital
discord, and the economic crash exacerbated this.
- Divorce rates initially declined (due to the high cost
of separation) but eventually rose as financial recovery began.
- Mental Health Challenges:
- Anxiety, depression, and feelings of failure were
common as families struggled to cope with financial setbacks.
- The stigma of job loss or foreclosure strained
personal and family relationships.
- Parent-Child Dynamics:
- Parents felt guilt and shame about financial
difficulties, which sometimes led to overcompensating or emotional
withdrawal.
- Older children were forced to take on adult responsibilities,
like contributing to household income.
Changing
Family Living Arrangements
- Multi-Generational Households:
- Adult children moved back in with their parents
("boomerang kids") due to unemployment or housing costs.
- Elderly family members moved in with younger relatives
to save on expenses, creating new dynamics in caregiving and shared
living.
- Loss of Independence:
- Families downsized or moved to cheaper areas, leading
to feelings of loss and resentment.
- Some individuals felt a diminished sense of autonomy
due to reliance on extended family.
Social
Connections and Support Networks
- Strain on Friendships:
- Financial hardships led to reduced socializing and
participation in community activities, isolating many families.
- Differences in financial recovery created rifts
between friends or relatives who were perceived as more or less
fortunate.
- Increased Community Support:
- Some families turned to local organizations, religious
groups, or mutual aid networks for help.
- The crisis fostered solidarity in some communities,
encouraging resource sharing and collective action.
Resilience
and Adaptation
- Strengthened Bonds:
- Families that weathered the storm together often
emerged with stronger relationships and a renewed appreciation for
non-material aspects of life.
- Couples and families who communicated openly about
their challenges were better able to navigate the crisis.
- New Skills and Values:
- Many families developed budgeting skills, prioritized
frugality, and adopted minimalist lifestyles.
- The crisis spurred discussions about the importance of
savings, emergency funds, and financial planning.
Generational
Impact
- Impact on Children and Teens:
- Children absorbed their parents' stress, leading to
anxiety or academic struggles.
- Teens took on part-time work or adjusted their college
aspirations based on family finances.
- Impact on Young Adults:
- Millennials, in particular, faced delayed
independence, student debt, and limited job prospects, shaping their
relationship choices and long-term life goals.
- Impact on Older Generations:
- Baby Boomers delayed retirement and reentered the
workforce, creating intergenerational competition for jobs.
- Elderly parents leaned on adult children for financial
or caregiving support.
The economic crash left a lasting
imprint on family structures, roles, and dynamics. While some families
experienced irreparable strain, others adapted and became more resilient,
learning to navigate the challenges of a changing economic landscape together.
The year 2011, in numerology, is
considered a Universal Year 1, marking the beginning of a new 9-year
cycle. This energy often brings fresh starts, innovation, and transformation
but can also demand significant upheaval and adjustment to lay the groundwork
for the future. In the context of 2011, this numerological interpretation
resonates with global trends and challenges, particularly the aftermath of the
2008 financial crisis.
Numerology
of a Universal Year 1
- New Beginnings:
- Year 1 symbolizes opportunities to reset, innovate,
and rebuild after periods of stagnation or collapse.
- On a societal level, it was a time for governments,
economies, and individuals to redefine priorities and strategies
post-crisis.
- Self-Reliance and Individualism:
- A Year 1 emphasizes independence and personal
empowerment. For many, this meant finding creative ways to recover
financially or pivot careers.
- Globally, nations grappled with balancing individual
interests versus collective needs (e.g., austerity measures, populist
movements).
- Challenges of Starting Over:
- While Year 1 encourages fresh starts, the process can
feel chaotic and overwhelming, especially after prolonged difficulty.
- The lingering effects of the crash made 2011 a year of
tentative rebuilding amid fears of further instability.
2011's
Global Context: Signs of a "Devastating Outcome"
While a Universal Year 1 typically
signifies hope and rebuilding, the events of 2011 reflected underlying tensions
and unresolved crises that hinted at potential long-term devastation:
- Economic Fragility:
- The Eurozone debt crisis threatened the stability of
the global economy, with Greece and other nations teetering on the brink
of default.
- The U.S. debt ceiling crisis and credit downgrade
exposed political dysfunction and fiscal vulnerability.
- Wealth Inequality and Public Discontent:
- Movements like Occupy Wall Street highlighted
deep societal fractures, warning of growing resentment toward elites and
systemic inequality.
- These divisions sowed the seeds for future political
and social upheavals.
- Climate and Environmental Warning Signs:
- Natural disasters, including the Tōhoku earthquake and
tsunami in Japan, which caused the Fukushima nuclear disaster,
underscored humanity's vulnerability to environmental crises.
- The global response to such events revealed the limits
of coordination and preparedness.
- Geopolitical Tensions:
- The Arab Spring demonstrated both the power of
grassroots movements and the risks of destabilization, as some uprisings
led to prolonged conflict and humanitarian crises.
- Political instability in the Middle East and North
Africa foreshadowed challenges that would reverberate for years.
- Psychological and Social Consequences:
- The persistent trauma of the economic crash left
individuals and families hesitant to trust institutions, invest in
long-term goals, or feel secure in their futures.
Projection
of a "Devastating Outcome"
The numerological promise of renewal
in 2011 came with the warning that unresolved systemic issues could lead to
deeper crises if not addressed. Events and trends in 2011 projected potential
for:
- Economic Collapse:
- If austerity measures and bailouts failed, the
Eurozone and global economy could have faced a second financial crisis.
- Social Fragmentation:
- Widening inequality and mistrust in institutions
hinted at future polarization and unrest.
- Environmental Catastrophe:
- The growing frequency of climate-related disasters and
inadequate global response set the stage for worsening climate crises.
- Geopolitical Conflict:
- The political and economic instability observed in
2011 foreshadowed future wars, migrations, and humanitarian challenges.
Hope
in Year 1’s Energy
While a Year 1 can feel tumultuous,
its ultimate purpose is to clear away old systems and beliefs that no longer
serve the collective. The upheavals of 2011, while daunting, also contained the
seeds of change:
- Social Movements
laid the foundation for future advocacy for equality and systemic reform.
- Technological Innovation driven by necessity (e.g., new energy solutions,
economic tools) promised long-term benefits.
- Global Collaboration
began to emerge in areas like climate change and financial regulation,
though unevenly.
In essence, 2011 reflected the dual
nature of a Universal Year 1: the challenges of starting over and the potential
for renewal if humanity could rise to the occasion. The devastating outcomes
projected were warnings of what could happen if lessons from the past were
ignored.
In 2011, the lingering effects of
the 2008-2009 economic crash led to a significant increase in the number of
people relying on government assistance programs in the United States. Here's
an overview of the ratio and scale of need during that time:
Key
Statistics on Government Assistance in 2011
- Food Assistance (SNAP):
- 46.2 million people
(about 1 in 7 Americans) were enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as food stamps).
- This was a record high at the time, reflecting both
increased unemployment and underemployment.
- Unemployment Benefits:
- At the peak of unemployment (2009-2010), millions
relied on unemployment insurance, and many continued to do so in 2011.
- By mid-2011, approximately 14 million people
were unemployed, and many received benefits through extended federal
programs.
- Medicaid Enrollment:
- Medicaid enrollment surged to over 70 million
people, driven by job losses and reduced income qualifying more
families for the program.
- Housing Assistance:
- 4.8 million households received federal rental assistance, including housing
vouchers and public housing, to offset the effects of the housing crisis.
- Foreclosures left many families homeless or in need of
temporary shelter.
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF):
- About 4.5 million people, primarily low-income
families with children, received cash benefits through TANF.
- However, TANF participation rates were low compared to
the growing number of families in poverty.
Ratio
of People Needing Assistance
- Population in Poverty:
- In 2011, the U.S. poverty rate was 15%, or 46.2
million people, the highest level since 1993.
- This means roughly 1 in 6 Americans lived below
the federal poverty line.
- Government Assistance Recipients:
- An estimated 1 in 4 Americans (25%) relied on
some form of government assistance, whether through food aid,
unemployment benefits, housing subsidies, or Medicaid.
- Comparative Increase:
- Before the crisis, SNAP participation was around 26
million in 2007, highlighting nearly a 77% increase by 2011.
- Medicaid saw a similar expansion, with millions more
qualifying due to income reductions.
Contributing
Factors
- Unemployment and Underemployment:
- While unemployment rates began declining in 2011, many
jobs lost during the recession were permanent, and newly created jobs
often paid less.
- Housing Crisis Fallout:
- Millions of homeowners who lost properties joined the
ranks of the low-income or homeless population.
- Cost of Living vs. Wages:
- Even as the economy showed signs of recovery, wage
growth lagged, pushing many working families into reliance on programs
like SNAP and Medicaid.
Long-Term
Implications
The increased reliance on government
assistance in 2011 highlighted structural weaknesses in the economy, such as
income inequality, stagnant wages, and a lack of affordable housing. While
safety nets provided critical support, the strain on public resources
underscored the need for systemic reform to address poverty and economic
resilience.
While my research has been fact-checked by Wall Street moguls; imagine being blamed for things out of everyone's control and on constant speaker, "You just want someone to take care of you". (This pretty much sums up what projection looks like) #humanconditioning #shiftblame someone else not to take responsibility for self.
You ask, why is this so important now? It's the repetition of cycles. It is behavior seen before and its patterns that have not varied from the cause and the effect. In my Life coaching class when I am speaking on financial responsibilities and the lies we are made to believe because it does not benefit someone else's existence. Loudly I reiterate; A person can only do what a person knows how to do but when there are outside interferences that disrupt life as we know it... An accountable adult not looking to take from anyone understands the conditions they are working with being able to provide with the tools they have at hand. To manipulate the way money comes in and out; needing control, shift blaming for lack of is an ignorance most are not willing to admit to. It's the con man needing to find security in the midst of having nothing to begin with.
You cannot convince me that the snowball effect from 2011 being a 1 year (the beginning of the end) wasn't orchestrated by a higher hierarchy set out to rob, steal, and deplete causing havoc on all personal levels of our lives!
This is a 9 year... a completion, a closing... a reckoning of. Next year 2026, is a one year. It starts all over. History repeats itself. Be careful at what gains you are looking to receive, attain and hold on to! Personal security and its value come with big lessons many still need to learn!
Kitryn Marie
#smarterthantheaveragebear #alchamest
To schedule the life coaching class reach out to kitryn_marie@yahoo.com