The Narrative Antidote to Authoritarianism
One effect of the narrative of separation is to make individuals believe they do not have the power and influence to change the system, but the narrative of interbeing reminds us that every change at the individual level and every conversation does in fact change the system as we are not separate from it.
Daniel Wahl • Designing Regenerative Cultures
The Bioneers’ framework of interdependence brings together all the parts—and diverse voices—to build connections among many communities across boundaries of gender, race, culture, class, and age.
Melissa K. Nelson • Original Instructions: Indigenous Teachings for a Sustainable Future
The Broader Goal: Building Trust in ever more diverse and individualized societies
The ultimate objective of this reimagined infrastructure is to build trust in one’s democratic system—not only in state institutions, which are often perceived as bureaucratic and disconnected, but also in our neighbors and society at large. Manthe suggests that trus... See more
The ultimate objective of this reimagined infrastructure is to build trust in one’s democratic system—not only in state institutions, which are often perceived as bureaucratic and disconnected, but also in our neighbors and society at large. Manthe suggests that trus... See more
Jörn Fritzenkötter • Democracy Needs Encounters - A Book Review
When these narrative shifts occur among communities and groups of people, new potentials arise. People are capable of taking actions that defy systems of oppression and popular expectations. But to ready people for such moments, we must do more than raise the alarm about injustice.
Kelly Hayes • Let This Radicalize You
Multiple stories build and connect to form a larger narrative. That narrative can be a road map for a society, a nation. And unlike a story which is about someone else and has an ending, a narrative is opened ended and impacted by your actions. A narrative gives a call to action and a roadmap to the future. For many it creates their entire operatin
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