Topic: Novelty Theory

Marie D. Jones analyzes the various interpretations of the December 21, 2012, Mayan calendar end date, categorizing them into "nothing," "doom and gloom," and "spiritual ascension." She aligns herself with the "novelty theory" and the idea of a technological or conscious singularity. She suggests that time feels like it is accelerating because the human brain is being forced to process an ever-increasing volume of information.