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Global Governance Futures: Imperfect Utopias or Bust

38: Bonnitta Roy – We Need to Watch Each Other Grow

Mar 9, 2024
Bonnitta Roy discusses transcending limiting thought patterns, embracing complexity, and the potential for good in reimagining our way of thinking. The episode explores the shift from linear to systemic thinking, the role of imagination in challenging norms, and the integration of nature-inspired solutions in problem-solving.
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  • Complex Potential States theory challenges linear thinking in addressing global crises.
  • Imagination plays a crucial role in reshaping perceptions and driving innovation.

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Considering Complex Adaptive Systems Thinking and the Need for New Perspectives on Global Challenges

Complex Potential States theory presents an alternative view to traditional linear and causal thinking, highlighting the limitations of complex adaptive systems thinking. It emphasizes the need to reframe how we perceive global challenges and crises. By exploring the concept of complex potential states and the Darwinian attitude that underpins existing paradigms, a deeper understanding of system dynamics is achieved. The theory suggests the importance of imagination partnered with real-world problem-solving, advocating for a collaboration between theoretical thinkers and those engaged in practical solutions.

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