It just seems crazy at this point to still be stuck in the paradigm of viewing BTC through the lens of FIAT.

But what do I know? I'm just a shmuck.

The longer the masses do though, the more PAIN they experience which might be necessary to force them to forge the darkness/unknown dimensions of their mind, body and soul.

Fear can make up for a lack of courage when it gets strong enough to convince the holder of that fear that there is no option but to forge. Rock bottom I suppose is what's necessary

It had to be this way sounds not only familiar; but fitting as well.