Before mastery, we require challenge.... The challenge and courage to step away from the systems that confine us. The Stoic Pilgrim Retreat is a space for brave individuals who have found success in the 'old world'.... but seek to evolve beyond the limits of traditional paths. It's not justΒ about regenerative 'business'βthe 'business' model itself is … Continue reading π-BEFORE CONFIDENCE, WE NEED COURAGE-π
π From Mercenaries to Missionaries: Embracing Business as a Force for Good π
I wrote 'From Mercenaries to Missionaries' with two aims in mind. 1οΈβ£ To highlight that, like all things in the natural world, businesses move through lifecycles. Every decision we make has impactsβsome unintendedβthat ripple through the complex ecosystems we operate in. 2οΈβ£ To challenge the prevalent mechanistic mindset dominating the business world, which is too … Continue reading π From Mercenaries to Missionaries: Embracing Business as a Force for Good π
π Is Tech Really Our Future Without Radical Economic and Social Change? ππ°
Weβre constantly hearing about groundbreaking advances in AI, but letβs take a step back. These innovations are exponentially more energy-demanding than a simple Google search, and data centres are consuming water at unsustainable rates. π§ A study by researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst found that training a single AI model can emit as … Continue reading π Is Tech Really Our Future Without Radical Economic and Social Change? ππ°
π Sunday Morning Musings πΏ
Everything in nature is regenerative, it's nature's modus operandi. Yet, our human systems, aimed at empowering the rich further, create hierarchies, monopolies, and perpetual growth, disrupting this natural lifecycle. As American sociobiologist Edward Wilson remarked: "We have Paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, and god-like technology." I believe the Palaeolithic emotions aren't the problem though. It's the … Continue reading π Sunday Morning Musings πΏ
The Power of Disruption: Can Protests Change Politics and Injustice?
Disruptive protests. Do they actually change politics and tackle injustice? They absolutely can, but itβs not always straightforward. Why Disruption Works: Take the recent βJust Stop Oilβ protests here in the UK. These activists have been causing quite a stir, blocking roads and staging sit-ins to push for urgent climate action. Five of them even … Continue reading The Power of Disruption: Can Protests Change Politics and Injustice?
π¨ Critical Times Call for Critical Thinking π¨
π¨ Critical Times Call for Critical Thinking π¨ The human race is barreling toward a precarious future. A small minority of capitalist paradigm winners are clinging to their advantages, obstructing our path to a sustainable, socially just, and peaceful world. The majority, meanwhile, remain trapped on the capitalist hamster wheel, fearful of becoming homeless if … Continue reading π¨ Critical Times Call for Critical Thinking π¨
πWhy Adventure-Based Learning Experiences Are the Ultimate Soft Skills Development Tool & Really Impactful for On-Boarding New Recruits!π
In todayβs fast-paced world, developing key interpersonal and behavioural skills is essential for personal and professional growth. Adventure Experiences such as mini-expeditions, Secret Agent Days, Walkshops, Thrivability Days, Dynamic Teaming Days provide an unparalleled platform for this development. π What Do We Mean by Soft Skills? π Soft skills encompass the interpersonal and behavioural attributes … Continue reading πWhy Adventure-Based Learning Experiences Are the Ultimate Soft Skills Development Tool & Really Impactful for On-Boarding New Recruits!π
Be More Bee!
In our evolutionary journey, collaboration has been our greatest asset. We evolved together, learning and growing as a collective. But somewhere along the way, hierarchy and power seized control, stifling change and innovation. When those in power bask in the current paradigm, their inner chump emerges. These chumps fear two things: not getting what they … Continue reading Be More Bee!
πΏ Feeling the pressure of constant hustle and stress? πΏ
Wisdom Walks offers a perfect escape to help you decompress, reconnect with nature, and supercharge your personal growth in a refreshing, down-to-earth way. What is Wisdom Walks? Wisdom Walks is your chance to step off the treadmill of daily life and immerse yourself in the natural world and tap into your personal wisdom. Led by … Continue reading πΏ Feeling the pressure of constant hustle and stress? πΏ
Be More Hunter-Gatherer!
Modern life has its perks, but it also lures us into a sedentary lifestyle that can be detrimental to our health. We sit for hours at work, use cars for short trips, and unwind in front of screens. It's no wonder we see rising rates of metabolic disorders and cancers, with a staggering 50% in … Continue reading Be More Hunter-Gatherer!