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From Having More to Being More: A Conversation on Sustainability and Inner Transformation| S.1E. 104 with Thomas Legrand
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In this episode, Thomas Legrand shares his unique sustainability journey, which began 20 years ago in Mexico. This experience profoundly connected him to nature and reshaped his life’s direction towards forest conservation and ecological economics.
Legrand discusses his book "Politics of Being," emphasizing the need for a wisdom-based approach to development. He proposes organizing societies to prioritize 'being more' rather than 'having more.' He shares insights on various sectors like education, governance, and agriculture, advocating for a transformation from competitive to deliberative democracies and promoting nature's rights.
The episode also delves into Legrand's work with the Conscious Food Systems Alliance at the UNDP. He highlights the need for a mindset shift in agriculture, focusing on inner transformation to address global food system challenges.
Finally, Legrand emphasizes the importance of aligning our institutions with our true purpose on Earth, encouraging listeners to reconnect with themselves, nature, and their community. The episode concludes with a powerful message on the collective mission to shape a sustainable future.
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From Having More to Being More: A Conversation on Sustainability and Inner Transformation| S.1E. 104 with Thomas Legrand
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Manage episode 398147364 series 2988049
In this episode, Thomas Legrand shares his unique sustainability journey, which began 20 years ago in Mexico. This experience profoundly connected him to nature and reshaped his life’s direction towards forest conservation and ecological economics.
Legrand discusses his book "Politics of Being," emphasizing the need for a wisdom-based approach to development. He proposes organizing societies to prioritize 'being more' rather than 'having more.' He shares insights on various sectors like education, governance, and agriculture, advocating for a transformation from competitive to deliberative democracies and promoting nature's rights.
The episode also delves into Legrand's work with the Conscious Food Systems Alliance at the UNDP. He highlights the need for a mindset shift in agriculture, focusing on inner transformation to address global food system challenges.
Finally, Legrand emphasizes the importance of aligning our institutions with our true purpose on Earth, encouraging listeners to reconnect with themselves, nature, and their community. The episode concludes with a powerful message on the collective mission to shape a sustainable future.
to learn more
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