On a literal level, Prometheus gave us all the practical benefits of warmth, cooking, etc. that go along with fire. On a metaphorical level, Prometheus also gave us the fire of invention.
Author: Peter Schulte
Peter Schulte is the founder and editor of Kindling. Peter is also Senior Digital Engagement Associate for the Pacific Institute and the UN Global Compact's CEO Water Mandate, connecting businesses to sustainable water practices. Peter holds a B.S. in Conservation and Resource Studies and a B.A. in Comparative Literature from University of California, Berkeley, and an M.B.A. in Sustainable Systems from Pinchot University. He lives in Bellingham, WA, USA with his wife, son, and cat.
Living earth theory, in five minutes
At its most fundamental level, living earth asks us to see our planet not as a big rock on which plants, animals, fungi, bacteria, and other life have sprung up. Rather, it asks us to view the entire planet – and everything on it – as one big, living organism.
Use Native-Land.ca to understand and acknowledge the tribal land you occupy
The website Native-Land.ca offers an easy, intuitive platform to understand which native territories you live in.
What does “freedom” mean now?
As we start this new chapter of American history, is there a new conception of “freedom” that we can strive for? What does freedom mean to you?
What is humanity?
Imagine you could go all the way back to the first instance of life on Earth. Imagine you could watch the entirety of the project of life on Earth unfold until the present day. From that view, how would you define humanity?
How holacracy can make organizations more nimble and workers more engaged
What if everyone had autonomy to serve the purpose of the organization how they saw fit, within their respective roles?
Buy a COVID mask from Black-owned DIOP
DIOP is a Detroit-based, Black-owned apparel company that makes products rooted in and celebrating the Black Diaspora.
How do limiting beliefs about your body undermine your purpose?
I can see now that these beliefs are not only unnecessary, they actually hinder my ability to do my purpose work. They suck up my energy. They make me less self-assured and powerful, less able to lead and connect.
San Sebastian
My experience in San Sebastian was one of genius. Experiences like this are not unique to me, but they are unique to humans.
How the new economy can help us optimize for well-being instead of money
In the new economy, we redefine what it means for our society to grow and to be successful. Money becomes a means to other ends: well-being, sustainability, and equity. Our measure of success is when people are thriving.