About this session

Why do businesses race to develop AI even when many warn us of serious consequences? What makes kids (or parents!) push themselves to the limit with so many hours into studies, tuition and enrichment classes even when they are obviously exhausted? Why do nations face stalemate in climate change conversations even after so many discussions?

There seems to be so much human activity and effort to resolve many of the challenges we face on a global, regional, national, societal and even individual level. Yet, there also seems to be so little movement and improvement. Something just isn’t working despite our best efforts and you want to understand why.

In this session, we will be exploring the common, underlying system dynamics and incentives that drive many of the wicked problems we are experiencing and contributing to, without even us knowing. The concepts we will cover are an introduction into the work of Nate Hagens, Daniel Schmachtenberger and Ian McGilchrist.

Together we will:

• Identify the differences between the permacrisis, polycrisis and metacrisis.
• Understand key drivers of behaviour common across all types of crises.
• Explore how these drivers repeat themselves in areas that affect our lives in big and small, direct and indirect ways, such as social media, school, weapons of mass destruction, AI, businesses and politics.
• Consider: What is the wisest thing we can do now?

Lunch is included, and we’re thrilled to share that it will feature a vibrant, plant-powered twist on a beloved classic—vegan nasi lemak. A perfect way to nourish both body and soul, as we continue the conversation through the session.

This session is for those who…

Seek to understand the deep, complex roots of a world in turmoil, yet still believe in the beauty and sacredness of striving for change. It’s for those who feel that something is “off” in the world, and yet choose to act with conviction, from a place of heart rather than fear. For the questioners, the seekers, the ones who resist despair and dare to awaken, knowing that even in the mess, there is hope—and that every small act of resistance matters.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this a lecture?
  The session will be a combination of sharing, hands-on experiential activities and small group discussions.
• I can’t make it for this session. Will there be another run?
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• I attended ‘The World is in a Mess’ session at the Creating Narratives For Change 2024, how does this session differ from that?
  The current session is much longer, allowing for more time dedicated to group discussions and reflections. Lunch will also be provided.