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'The Serviceberry' and 'Birding to Change the World' draw lessons from nature

NPR's Book of the Day

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Embracing an Economy of Abundance

This chapter examines the idea of an 'economy of abundance' through nature, using service berries as a central metaphor. It encourages a transformation in economic thinking towards sustainability and sharing, exploring examples of gift economies and the concept of 'enoughness.' The discussion critiques consumerism and promotes a shift towards gratitude, reciprocity, and interconnectedness with our environment.

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