Throughout history, people have turned to unusual figures in times of chaos to find meaning. Edgar Cayce, the “Sleeping Prophet,” delivered over 14,000 readings in the early 20th century, many on health, but some on world events and humanity’s spiritual path. Unlike deterministic prophecies, Cayce framed history as shaped by human choices: societies that prioritize power and material gain over ethics risk upheaval, but free will allows course correction.
In 2026, interpreters see an “acceleration point” in his readings—visible breakdowns of political, economic, and social systems, creating pressure for collective transformation. This isn’t an apocalyptic end, but the collapse of unsustainable ways of living, urging humanity to embrace cooperation, responsibility, and spiritual awareness. Cayce emphasized “zones of equilibrium”—mindsets and communities rooted in empathy, integrity, and respect for nature—as the true safeguard.
Preparation, he suggested, is inner, not material: cultivating discernment, heart-centered relationships, and conscious action. The future is co-created, not fated. Every choice to act with awareness and kindness contributes to a collective shift. For Cayce, the end of one world is merely the opening for a better one, built by those willing to choose responsibility over fear.