In a world that's constantly changing, resilience is no longer just a nice-to-have—it's essential. Spending time in nature has long been recognised as a powerful way to build this vital skill. The principles of Stoicism, which laid the groundwork for modern CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), emphasise the importance of mental toughness and inner strength—qualities that … Continue reading 🌿 The Power of the Outdoors: Building Resilience Through Nature 🌿
I wrote 'From Mercenaries to Missionaries' with two aims in mind. 1️⃣ To highlight that, like all things in the natural world, businesses move through lifecycles. Every decision we make has impacts—some unintended—that ripple through the complex ecosystems we operate in. 2️⃣ To challenge the prevalent mechanistic mindset dominating the business world, which is too … Continue reading 🌍 From Mercenaries to Missionaries: Embracing Business as a Force for Good 🌍
We’re constantly hearing about groundbreaking advances in AI, but let’s 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. 💧 A study by researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst found that training a single AI model can emit as … Continue reading 🌍 Is Tech Really Our Future Without Radical Economic and Social Change? 🔋🚰
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 🌄 Sunday Morning Musings 🌿
Disruptive protests. Do they actually change politics and tackle injustice? They absolutely can, but it’s not always straightforward. Why Disruption Works: Take the recent “Just Stop Oil” 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?
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!
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!
One of the toughest truths we have to face is that those in power don't always have our best interests at heart. They often manipulate national identity and patriotism to further their own agendas. This isn't a conspiracy theory—it's a reality we need to accept to navigate our world effectively. 📣 Why does this matter? … Continue reading How much reality are we really prepared to confront?
During our Walkshop we'll explore: Technological Solutions Are Insufficient: Reliance on "sustainability" often translates to maintaining the status quo with minor adjustments rather than addressing the core issues. Historical Misinterpretations: The shift from Darwin’s original ideas to Herbert Spencer’s "survival of the fittest" has misguided humanity towards short-term adaptation rather than long-term survival.The collapse of … Continue reading Bold Leadership in a Bizarre World Walkshop
In the annals of history, we see a recurring pattern where empires crumble under the weight of their own bureaucracies and the unchecked accumulation of elite wealth. The Greek and Roman empires, once mighty, fell prey to internal decay fueled by growing inequalities and an elite class unwilling to disrupt the status quo. Today, our … Continue reading Why Politicians Struggle with Integrity: Lessons from History
