Explore a thought-provoking discussion on the concept of endings and their implications across various domains in this hour-long symposium featuring John Kaag, Ann M. Pendleton-Jullian, and Woody Powell. Delve into topics such as learning from afar, the civic life of cities, and the role of the Santa Fe Institute. Examine emotional issues, new social orders, decentralization, and social cohesion, with references to Wikipedia and Henry David Thoreau. Contemplate the nature of destruction, collapse, and personal choices, while considering the interplay between optimism and pessimism. Reflect on routines, habits, and the potential for transformation in the next millennium, ultimately addressing the complex relationship between brittleness and resilience in our world.