Why the world needs more builders — and less "us vs. them" | Daniel Lubetzky
May 14, 2024
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Join Daniel Lubetzky, the visionary founder of KIND Snacks, as he champions a 'builders' initiative aimed at replacing extremism with constructive problem-solving. He discusses how the 'us vs. them' mindset fuels division and hatred. Lubetzky emphasizes the importance of fostering cooperation through curiosity, compassion, and creativity. He shares inspiring grassroots movements and the need for diverse ideologies to enhance critical thinking. Get ready to be inspired to become a builder in your community!
Shift from 'us vs. them' to collective problem-solving mindset
Empower 'builders' to unite people for positive societal change
Deep dives
Unifying Perspectives Through a Mindset Shift
In a world filled with division and binary thinking, social entrepreneur Daniel Lubetsky emphasizes the importance of moving away from 'us versus them' mentalities. He proposes a shift towards viewing all individuals as part of a collective effort against extremism. By reframing conflicts as challenges that require collaboration rather than opposition, he advocates for practical problem-solving over perpetual conflict.
Building a Community of Moderates and Problem Solvers
Lubetsky emphasizes the critical role of 'builders' in creating positive change by uniting individuals across various divides. Through initiatives like Builders Media and Citizen Solutions, he aims to empower citizens to engage in critical thinking, bridge ideological gaps, and propose practical solutions to societal issues. By mobilizing even a small percentage of moderates, he believes significant transformations can occur in society.
Empowering Citizens to Drive Change Beyond Partisan Affiliations
To combat the influence of extremists and hyper-partisan dynamics, Lubetsky advocates for citizen-driven change, transcending traditional political affiliations. By fostering a culture of active participation and holding elected representatives accountable, he envisions a shift towards prioritizing problem-solving over divisive rhetoric. Through platforms like Citizen Solutions and a distributed model of change, individuals are encouraged to take proactive steps towards shaping their communities and influencing policy decisions.
We're programmed to think every issue is binary: "us vs. them." But Daniel Lubetzky, the founder of KIND Snacks, says the real enemy isn't a person but a mindset. He introduces a new initiative that aims to bring together "builders" from around the world to replace extremism with practical problem-solving — and shows how you can join the movement.