How to Quit Capitalism
How do we quit capitalism?
- The first layer to peel back is the assumption that greed and selfishness are innate human traits that any system must accommodate. In reality, people naturally demonstrate cooperation, compassion, and social responsibility — capitalist competition is what brings out individualistic instincts. Our altruistic nature
JA Westenberg • How to Quit Capitalism
to quit capitalism, we have to liberate ourselves from its entrenched mindset, beyond economic reform; it demands a fundamental shift in how we perceive success, value community, and envision our role in the future of humanity.
JA Westenberg • How to Quit Capitalism
Capitalism shapes far more than just our economic system — it moulds our culture, worldviews, and even our personal values.
JA Westenberg • How to Quit Capitalism
Building Post-Capitalist Alternatives
- Democratise Work : Embracing shared ownership and self-management in businesses creates a culture of workplace democracy and dignity. This model empowers workers, giving them a voice in decisions and a stake in outcomes, thereby actualising cooperative values at the heart of economic activity.
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