CIVILIZATION
"the process by which a society or place reaches an advanced stage of social and cultural development and organization."
SAVAGERY
"(chiefly in historical or literary contexts) the condition of being primitive or uncivilized."
The process of civilization requires hard work, consideration of others and constant vigilance if it is to be sustained.
A descent into savagery is easy by comparison; all that is required is indolence, self-gratification and total disregard for others. Chaos will quickly ensue.