Planet: Critical Collapse: What It Is — And What To Do | Sarah Wilson
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Apr 3, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, best-selling author Sarah Wilson dives deep into the concept of societal collapse and what we can do about it. With a rich background in research and a keen focus on both Western and Indigenous theories, she critiques outdated linear thinking and the dangers of toxic masculinity. Sarah makes a compelling case for community resilience and the need for moral frameworks in times of crisis. She also re-evaluates climate activism, advocating for innovative economic models like degrowth to pave the way for a more sustainable future.
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World in Crisis
- The world is in crisis due to collapsing complex systems and a linear mindset.
- We attempt to solve problems by standing above them instead of getting entangled.
Moloch Theory
- Moloch theory explains our inability to solve problems despite ingenuity and technology.
- We make short-term sacrifices that lead to collective suffering, like with AI and the climate crisis.
Individualism's Downfall
- Capitalism and neoliberalism promote individualism and remove moral boundaries.
- Humans, inherently selfish yet needing community, are destroying themselves without these checks and balances.
