For better or worse, most of humankind have forgotten their divinity and are now in thrall to the basest aspects of the World-forces and of the Runes, forgetting (if they ever realised it) the prime example of Oðinn. People grumble but they do not seek, and when their bellies get too empty, they lash out with Thurs-like force, blindly, against the first perceived source of their woes.
Better it is to be aware, to make the best of the opportunities of the moment (without getting entirely caught up in the illusion) and to plan - carefully, quietly and decisively.