Quigley's model defines seven stages of civilizations: mixt…

Quigley's model defines seven stages of civilizations: mixture, gestation, expansion, age of conflict, universal empire, decay, and invasion. While it's tricky to pinpoint exactly where Western civilization currently stands, many scholars suggest that we are somewhere in the late "age of conflict" transitioning into the "universal empire" phase. The "age of conflict" often involves growing income gaps, a decline in institution efficiency, and social unrest. The succeeding "universal empire" stage typically involves the formation of a large empire that maintains peace but is marked by economic inequality, institutional inefficiency, and cultural stagnation. Given the current social, political, and economic challenges, one could argue Western civilization is somewhere in these stages. However, this is subjective and views can differ widely.