What will the future look like?

Dawna Jones explores innovative approaches to solving complex global challenges. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of diverse, non-linear thinking and leveraging intergenerational wisdom to foster planetary consciousness and sustainability. Key topics include the importance of redesigning decision-making processes to be more creative, compassionate, and curiosity-driven; the role of ethical considerations in contrast to legal ones in municipal decision-making; and real-world examples of sustainable initiatives such as those by Novo Nordisk and Patagonia. The episode also delves into systemic change, the balance between big-picture and analytical thinking, and the significance of resilience and biodiversity. Personal anecdotes and historical perspectives highlight the interconnectedness of all life, emphasizing the need for visionary resilience and collective efforts to address environmental issues. Overall, the episode calls for collaborative, creative, and compassionate solutions to design a vibrant, sustainable future for all. What will the future of the world look like? 00:48 Introduction: Exploring Human Potential 05:06 Challenges and Opportunities in Decision-Making 07:30 The Role of Generations and Leadership 22:43 Embracing Indirect Relationships and Sensory Intelligence 25:10 The Role of Younger Generations and Climate Activism 29:19 Visionary Resilience and Collective Action Download the Imagining the Future worksheet based on Jane McGonagill's book Imaginable. It will be followed by an invitation to participate in a future scenarios web-iworkship in mid-November. “You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” - Jane Goodall Contact or follow host Dawna Jones on one or more of these channels: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnahjones/ X: https.//www.X.com/EPDawna_Jones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insightful_dawna/ Navigating Uncertainty Newsletter: https://dawnajones.substack.com/ Medium: @dawnajones Website: https://www.dawnajones.com Intro music provided by Mark Romero Music. Track is called Alignment Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/insight-to-action-inspirational-insights-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.