At first glance, humanity’s enduring fascination with apocalyptic stories seems paradoxical. In eras marked by relative stability, technological comfort, and unprecedented life expectancy, cultural output is saturated with narratives of collapse.

In an age dominated by work, deadlines, and digital distraction, hobbies have become sanctuaries — small, private worlds where people reclaim their time, imagination, and sense of purpose.

Throughout history, societies have evolved by redefining what they value, how they live, and whom they include.