Jeremy, big congratulations on what feels like an extraordinarily important contribution at a very important moment in history.
I listened in to today’s Earth Charter webinar where you spoke about the book and the EcoCiv Coalition vision, taking the discussions about our future societal collapse to a new and different place.
Articulating a life-affirming civilisational framework grounded in ecology, reciprocity, cooperation, justice, relationship and meaning. You manage at the same time to speak honestly about the magnitude of the crises we face. This is both inspirational and very powerful, I think.
I appreciate the way you present such a grand vision in a humble and step-by-step kind of way, inviting us to gradually begin reweaving society’s fabric even as it unravels.
As you mentioned, this work already exists in many places and cultures, from Indigenous wisdom to modern day regenerative movements, citizens’ assemblies, commons-based thinking, and communities already attempting to live differently.
I’m actively involved with quite a few of these kinds of movements in Australia myself – and what I’ve been calling for recently (https://substack.com/@mikaidt/p-198412907) is very similar to what you identify here: the need for a new language that helps us see - and hear - that these many fragmented initiatives are actually part of a much bigger story.
Your emphasis on collaboration rather than ideological blueprinting will be important. It enables things to scale up.
I sincerely hope this new book reaches far and wide, well beyond the usual circles already engaged in these conversations. It feels less like a book entering the world, and more like part of a larger civilisational conversation that is now trying to find its language.
Safe travels! - and a warm thank you for the years of work, thought and care you have already put into this project, including your work with the Deep Transition Network. In my view, this would appear to be the absolutely most exciting journey that exists for us humans on this blue planet we call Earth.
Thanks for asking, Matt. I did not use AI to help me write a single sentence of the book. I did occasionally use it as a research aid to check sources and validate assertions from other sources, but absolutely not in the writing of the book.
Just picked up a copy at my local bookstore in Toronto. I read the introduction while walking home, and caught stares from people who are used to seeing people walking while staring at screens and not books! Haven't been so excited to read something in ages! Thank you 🙏
Thank you Jeremy.
I hope your new book helps many people to remember the ancient wisdom of humanity’s essential connection to Planet Earth and our natural world.
I wish you well.
Looks like a well-planned bok launch. Good luck with it.
Best of luck, Jeremy! I hope you have many enjoyable launches and that you sell lots of books.
Good luck on your travels Jeremy, may it sell well and its message even more so!
Jeremy, big congratulations on what feels like an extraordinarily important contribution at a very important moment in history.
I listened in to today’s Earth Charter webinar where you spoke about the book and the EcoCiv Coalition vision, taking the discussions about our future societal collapse to a new and different place.
Articulating a life-affirming civilisational framework grounded in ecology, reciprocity, cooperation, justice, relationship and meaning. You manage at the same time to speak honestly about the magnitude of the crises we face. This is both inspirational and very powerful, I think.
I appreciate the way you present such a grand vision in a humble and step-by-step kind of way, inviting us to gradually begin reweaving society’s fabric even as it unravels.
As you mentioned, this work already exists in many places and cultures, from Indigenous wisdom to modern day regenerative movements, citizens’ assemblies, commons-based thinking, and communities already attempting to live differently.
I’m actively involved with quite a few of these kinds of movements in Australia myself – and what I’ve been calling for recently (https://substack.com/@mikaidt/p-198412907) is very similar to what you identify here: the need for a new language that helps us see - and hear - that these many fragmented initiatives are actually part of a much bigger story.
Your emphasis on collaboration rather than ideological blueprinting will be important. It enables things to scale up.
I sincerely hope this new book reaches far and wide, well beyond the usual circles already engaged in these conversations. It feels less like a book entering the world, and more like part of a larger civilisational conversation that is now trying to find its language.
Safe travels! - and a warm thank you for the years of work, thought and care you have already put into this project, including your work with the Deep Transition Network. In my view, this would appear to be the absolutely most exciting journey that exists for us humans on this blue planet we call Earth.
Hi Jeremy, I’m a new subscriber and am looking forward to your book. Have you made any statement regarding how AI was used in the writing of it?
Thanks for asking, Matt. I did not use AI to help me write a single sentence of the book. I did occasionally use it as a research aid to check sources and validate assertions from other sources, but absolutely not in the writing of the book.
My sincere Congratulations and Best Wishes for success.
Just picked up a copy at my local bookstore in Toronto. I read the introduction while walking home, and caught stares from people who are used to seeing people walking while staring at screens and not books! Haven't been so excited to read something in ages! Thank you 🙏