I believe it does. Innovation almost always comes from the human spirit being tested to its limits. It is then when humans are pushed to their breaking point

I believe it does. Innovation almost always comes from the human spirit being tested to its limits. It is then when humans are pushed to their breaking point that they truly innovate. For instance, there are alot of people are hoping for $8/gallon gas, since $8/gallon gas would catapult the US into seriously investing in alternative energies.