The term 'metacrisis' refers to the convergence of multiple, interconnected systemic crises that collectively pose an existential threat to humanity and the biosphere. Unlike isolated issues that can be resolved independently, a metacrisis encompasses a wide-ranging array of social, environmental, technological, and economic challenges that are deeply intertwined, amplifying each other’s impacts. This complexity necessitates a holistic and integrative approach to problem-solving, as traditional, linear methods are insufficient for addressing the root causes and proliferating effects. The metacrisis underscores the urgent need for innovative thinking, deep collaboration, and a profound transformation in our global paradigms and infrastructures to ensure sustainable and resilient futures.

See also: existential risk, nuclear weapon, mutually assured destruction, hypernormal stimuli, dystopia