Trigger Strategy is now Tentacles 014: Emergent Properties, Self Care and Leaf-Cutter Ants
Jan 17, 2024
Dive into the fascinating world of emergent properties, exploring how complex systems, like ant hills, evolve organically. Discover the nuanced nature of self-care, where genuine connections reshape well-being beyond marketing trends. The podcast also unravels the complexities of genetics and epigenetics, emphasizing environmental influences. It draws parallels between business and natural ecosystems, showcasing the importance of context in communication. Finally, learn how nuanced storytelling can enrich workplace culture and self-care practices.
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Emergent Self-Care
- Self-care is not something you directly achieve.
- It emerges from an overall improved state of mind and life.
Headspace App Experience
- Carissa tried using the Headspace app years ago, going through the motions of meditation.
- Despite this, she wasn't practicing self-care in a broader sense.
Homunculus Theory
- Early scientists wrongly believed that sperm contained tiny, fully formed humans (homunculi).
- This reflects a reductionist view of development, ignoring emergent properties.