I believe what you have brought up there will end up being extremely important. There is a whole lot more going on under the surface of society than we realize. The thing about group minds and collective thinking. It is my belief that this will play a Huge role in what is known as the "end times". Now I'm not very well versed on a lot of different beliefs, but I think a lot of them have similar prophecies. Many tell of a time when evil forces make a huge push to take over complete control of everything. This in turn brings about an even more massive pushback by the forces of good that defeats the evil. The bible puts it this way. “But the saints of the most High shall take the kingdom, and possess the kingdom for ever, even for ever and ever.” — Daniel 7:18 (KJV) That says the saints TAKE the kingdom! Not that it will be given to them, but that they will Take it! It is my opinion that we are waiting for the 100th monkey. The thing/force/phenomenon that allows the birds to all change directions at the same time will "happen", (be used by), with people.