World of Wisdom 261. Michael Haupt - Collapse, systems change and 9 mental models for navigating our times
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Apr 5, 2025 
Michael Haupt, a recovering corporate technologist and regenerative practitioner, shares his insights on the intricacies of systems change and societal transitions. He discusses the necessity of a different approach to navigate current challenges, emphasizing the importance of adapting to evolving systems. Haupt introduces nine mental models that facilitate understanding climate change and societal structures, advocating for greater community engagement. The conversation dives into collapsology, exploring historical patterns of civilization and the potential for local self-organization in the face of crises.
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Recovering Corporate Technologist
- Michael Haupt describes himself as a recovering corporate technologist.
- He lived in 16 cities on 6 continents, implementing large-scale computer systems.
Dancing with Systems
- Systems change organically, driven by internal forces, not external ones.
- Align with emerging changes instead of trying to force change upon resistant systems.
Evolutionary Impulse
- The "evolutionary impulse" drives living systems toward greater complexity and simplicity.
- This impulse has driven evolution from single-celled organisms to complex human life.
