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B. Lorraine Smith @BLorraineSmith
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1. Have been exploring relationship between shift to #RegenerativeEconomy, #SustainableDevelopment + #Diversity, which has led to discussions on tolerance/hate, racism/fascism, political divides. Maybe atypical territory for sustainability, yet it's key imho. Some findings:
2. Beliefs are hard to change, "convincing" people is not a viable tactic, arguing w facts only serves to further entrench if listener isn't seeking to understand. Can be frustrating - feels like arguing against gravity sometimes. Critical to realize I too am entrenched. #Listen
3. Focusing on what's wrong/bad generates energy, but not the energy we need. Better: emphasize real e.g.'s of positive alternatives, while not ignoring horrific realities. Reminds me of #BuckminsterFuller's "build new better system/render old obsolete" guidance. #Evolve
4. Recent reading offers powerful e.g. of this approach - #RisingOutofHatred by @elisaslow - cogent, compelling, timely. In some ways an American story, yet connected to global challenge including Brazil/#Bolsonaro, Ontario/#FordNation, UK/#Brexit (+ many more, sadly). #Study
5. So what's the bridge between #RacialInclusion + #RegenerativeEconomics? Still thinking, but a) indisputable lesson from nature shows us that #biodiversity = #resilience b) art shows power of creativity to foster connectedness c) healing + transformation are possible. #Imagine
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