All this fear-mongering only puts us in bad-shape for any motivational and life changing experiences and growth.... If we took every moment (with gratitude) as it comes and make the best of it, 2012 will be welcomed with whatever "God" (ShivaShakti!) has in store for us.... Thanks for sharing your positive opinion.
My guru also predicts a lot of very positive changes for mankind - in fact he/she says the Golden Age is soon to be here, does´nt specifically state a date tho!