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The Serviceberry: An Economy of Abundance – Robin Wall Kimmerer

Emergence Magazine Podcast

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From Scarcity to Abundance: The Gift Economy

This chapter examines the differences between market economies based on scarcity and gift economies rooted in abundance, using serviceberries as a key example. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of ecological systems and community relationships, arguing that mutual support fosters true flourishing. The discussion critiques modern economic practices that prioritize individual accumulation and explores how a focus on sharing resources can lead to stronger communities and ecological sustainability.

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