Lessons on personal sustainability, from nature
9 principles of biomimicry, with corresponding tips on how to create the conditions conducive to life, according to nature.
Read MoreThe urgent need for Active Patience
I was offered the honor of a lifetime when Naropa University (where I received my Master’s degree) asked me to be the graduate speaker at my commencement in May 2014. I used this opportunity to speak about my deepest passions and yearnings. I talk about our role as humans on this planet, and the lessons that arise from the core of our beings when we let ourselves rest. I had a lot of fun crafting and delivering this gift, and I hope you enjoy receiving it as much as I enjoyed presenting...
Read MoreAnother kind of love story…
…And another way to talk about sustainability. This is a story about a world where there is hope for the future, and a world where people feel empowered to take action for the sake of their individual and collective health. Let us together be a part of creating a better home.
Read MoreBoost your sustainability by diversifying your bottom line
There are many ways to measure success. Businesses look to their finances and profits, nonprofits look to their relationships and societal impact, and environmentalists look to their ecological footprint. But a deeper look reveals something much more soft to measure. In our hybridized world, a singular and narrow bottom line is no longer enough. Customers now look to their business partners to have a positive social and environmental impact, and donors and foundations want to ensure their...
Read MoreKeeping materials “in the loop”
There is no such thing as waste. In earth’s system, everything is food for something else. And yet, our modern human systems often misalign with this law of nature. Our waste sits in landfills that cannot process it, while most of what we throw away is still valuable material. Many wisdom traditions and native cultures live in harmony with the planet, and some smart businesses are waking up to this truth. It’s called up-cycling, and it is the practice of using waste as valuable food for...
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