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The Library of Humanity
Seminal works providing critical new insights into our humanity
& tools to address our major societal issues
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BLUEPRINT
The Evolutionary Origins of a Good Society
Including the 'Social Suite' of the 22 features inherent in all human societies throughout history…
… and why our cynical view of humanity is mistaken
The Dignity Model
Dignity is not Respect
Recognising the drive for dignity we all share
Dignity Violations
Their role in creating conflicts
Empowerment
A toolkit that enables a deeper understanding and provides language and tools to avoid and repair conflicts
How Minds Change
1
Why Arguments & Evidence Don't Work
2
A New Understanding
3
What Does Work
Opening minds to alternative viewpoints and ideas
The Market as God
Unveiling the illusions and consequences of placing unchecked faith in the market
Examining alternative economic perspectives and their potential for a more equitable society
Uncover the realities of market worship through a diverse collection of critical analyses and thought-provoking narratives.
The Market's Divine Status
Markets are seen as a powerful force in modern society.
Theological Parallels
Economic ideas are similar to religious beliefs and practices.
Critical Examination
This section questions the market's power and its impact on society.
How Compassion Made Us Human: An Archaeology of Stone Age Sentiment: The Evolutionary Origins of Tenderness, Trust and Morality
by Penny Spikins (Author)
Altruism - Fundamental to our Humanity
It emerges that our conception of early humanity is prejudicial and wrong and the idea that altruism is a weakness rather than a strength a sociopathic bias resulting from an excessively individualistic framing.
Penny Spikens' book How Compassion Made Us Human makes the case.
The DNA of Business
By 1989 it had become clear to me that the DNA of business had become toxic. Which was why I launched my first business and have been in search of new DNA ever since.
Bob Champion, interviewed here by Simon Sinek, had a 'reframe moment' that transformed his worldview & his business with new DNA. So also the lives of those who work in it.
Curated by Barry James creator of the Psychgeist model to extend our understanding of humanity.
Some interesting books on related topics…
Maverick
What happens when workers set their own wages?