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The Great Simplification with Nate Hagens

Inner Development Goals: Cultivating Change from the Inside Out with Erik Fernholm

Oct 9, 2024
In this discussion, Erik Fernholm, co-founder of The Inner Development Goals, shares insights from his background in cognitive neuroscience and happiness research. He explores how personal growth can lead to societal change and emphasizes the importance of shifting from individualistic values to a more interconnected mindset. The conversation highlights the significance of community support in tackling global challenges, the need for cognitive shifts in leadership, and the transformative power of genuine connections in fostering resilience and sustainability.
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  • A fundamental shift in consciousness is essential to address our collective complicity in unsustainable practices and the metacrisis.
  • The Inner Development Goals framework emphasizes that personal and cultural transformations are as crucial as technical solutions for sustainability.

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The Human Condition and Systemic Challenges

The current global system has been described as a trap, one that has been hijacked, and it does not fulfill our potential as humans. Essential to addressing this situation is a fundamental shift in consciousness that enables individuals to engage with the complexities of energy, economy, environment, and human behavior. An acknowledgment of our collective role in perpetuating unsustainable practices is crucial, particularly as many remain unaware that the problems we face are largely self-inflicted. By fostering a supportive environment and scaffolding for change, individuals can drive the movement toward rediscovering what it means to be human.

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