The only logical explanation for the events of the last ~23 months is Mass Formation - all credit to Dr. Mattias Desmet.

Mass Formation, also known as Mass Hypnosis or Mass Psychosis may seem far fetched or "woo woo," but it has been studied throughout history and has been the precursor for some of the most awful atrocities in the history of mankind.

We're living through a Mass Formation event; there are two possible conclusions to this story - I know which one I'm rooting for.