On October 18, Dr. Sharon Blackie explored stories, myths, and archetypes, illustrating the transformative power of inner inquiry to shift the collective mindset. The interactive session

On October 18, Dr. Sharon Blackie explored stories, myths, and archetypes, illustrating the transformative power of inner inquiry to shift the collective mindset. The interactive session emphasized how solitude and nature deepen our sense of kinship, concluding with a challenge to consider foundational shifts for metamorphosis.

Dr. Blackie is an award-winning writer, psychologist, and mythologist, focusing on reimagining women's stories and the relevance of myths today. Learn more about her work: sharonblackie.net. Karen Doyle Grossman, Executive Director for the Garrison Institute, previously founded MicroMentor, the world's largest community of entrepreneurs and mentors: micromentor.org.

Bill McKibben spoke at the Marion Institute in New Bedford, MA, from October 26-28, 2012. His

Bill McKibben spoke at the Marion Institute in New Bedford, MA, from October 26-28, 2012. His presentation focused on the ongoing fight against global warming, urging New Englanders to join the effort.

McKibben, author of a dozen environmental books including the seminal *The End of Nature* (1989), co-founded the grassroots climate campaign 350.org. A fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, he notably led the 2011 White House protest against the Keystone pipeline, which resulted in 1,253 arrests—the largest civil disobedience action in 30 years.

Nature's escalating distress signals, from climate catastrophe to disinformation, underscore urgent global challenges. Understanding these perils and "reading Nature's mind" is critical for our

Nature's escalating distress signals, from climate catastrophe to disinformation, underscore urgent global challenges. Understanding these perils and "reading Nature's mind" is critical for our collective future.

Kenny Ausubel, founder and CEO of Bioneers, is an award-winning social entrepreneur, author, and filmmaker. His extensive work, including the book "Dreaming the Future," explores reimagining civilization in the age of nature. He also co-founded Seeds of Change and influenced alternative medicine policy.

Learn more about Bioneers and Kenny Ausubel's contributions at www.bioneers.org.

Lynn Margulis was a prominent evolutionary theorist, biologist, and science author. She is best known for developing the theory of symbiogenesis and co-developing the Gaia Theory with James

Lynn Margulis was a prominent evolutionary theorist, biologist, and science author. She is best known for developing the theory of symbiogenesis and co-developing the Gaia Theory with James Lovelock.

Margulis authored several books, including *Mind, Life, and Universe*, *Dazzle Gradually*, and *Luminous Fish*, some in collaboration with her son, Dorion Sagan. Her work often explored her deep love of nature and fascination with science.

Sustainability is often called the "career of the future," yet many hesitate to pursue it. This week's Purposeful Progress video addresses the top five barriers preventing people from working in

Sustainability is often called the "career of the future," yet many hesitate to pursue it. This week's Purposeful Progress video addresses the top five barriers preventing people from working in sustainability, such as uncertainty about where to begin, job availability, or compensation.

If you've considered pivoting into sustainability but feel stuck, this video offers guidance. Learn how to leverage your skills and passions to create a meaningful impact in this vital field.

For more resources, explore Leslie's books at lesliedavenport.com. To go deeper, sign up for the online course, "Sustainability For Changemakers," at shannonlovgren.com.

Saru Jayaraman, President of One Fair Wage, Director of the Food Labor Research Center at UC Berkeley, and founder of the Restaurant Opportunities Center, is a leading labor organizer. Author of

Saru Jayaraman, President of One Fair Wage, Director of the Food Labor Research Center at UC Berkeley, and founder of the Restaurant Opportunities Center, is a leading labor organizer. Author of four books, including *One Fair Wage: Ending All Sub-minimum Pay in America*, she is recognized for her creative and effective work.

Jayaraman discusses her two decades organizing restaurant and low-wage workers. She highlights the current historic worker revolt in the U.S., exploring its significant implications for climate justice and democracy.

Learn more at www.bioneers.org

N. Scott Momaday, a celebrated writer, teacher, artist, and storyteller, will discuss his career at The City Club of Cleveland, Ohio, on September 28, 2018.

Momaday has dedicated his life

N. Scott Momaday, a celebrated writer, teacher, artist, and storyteller, will discuss his career at The City Club of Cleveland, Ohio, on September 28, 2018.

Momaday has dedicated his life to preserving Native American culture and oral tradition. Author of 13 books, he won the 1969 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for *House Made of Dawn*, considered the first novel of the Native American Renaissance. His accolades include the 2007 National Medal of Arts and the 2018 Anisfield-Wolf Book Award for Lifetime Achievement.

Kim Stanley Robinson is an acclaimed science fiction writer, celebrated for over 20 award-winning books translated into 26 languages. His influential works, notably *Ministry for the Future*,

Kim Stanley Robinson is an acclaimed science fiction writer, celebrated for over 20 award-winning books translated into 26 languages. His influential works, notably *Ministry for the Future*, brilliantly explore global ecological, economic, and socio-political crises, offering visionary solutions for a climate-disrupted future. He was a featured speaker at COP-26.

Robinson's extensive accolades include the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy awards. In 2016, asteroid 72432 was named "Kimrobinson" in his honor.

Learn more at www.bioneers.org.

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