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Prisoners of hope: Why humanity has a future | Paul Hanley | TEDxSaskatoon

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Channel: TEDx Talks · 2015 · Nonprofits & Activism

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What lessons can be learned to elevate our behaviour in the work place and our personal lives ? Does the functionality of the workplace emulate the energy flow of an ecosystem, the importance of biodiversity, or the stability and resilience that is achieved by extraordinary degrees on inter-connectedness?  
This talk explores these parallels and leaves the TEDx audience with a new respect for the natural world that supports us.  More importantly, we may open a few minds to exploring the possibility of trying to more closely emulate the conditions and processes that sustain life on this planet. Embrace diversity, value the oddities within our ranks, nurture those at the base of the pyramid, appreciate why there are so few who rise to the top of their work worlds, practice inter-connectedness within and between all levels of your organization -  and you too can soar.    

Environment Awareness Promoter | Paul Hanley knows the world is getting very crowded. While 11 billion people could destroy the planet, Paul has suggestions for change that make a “full world” work—transforming global culture, agriculture, and ultimately the human race. Paul has promoted environmental awareness in Saskatchewan for 40 years, providing support for the establishment of the organic farming and gardening movement in Saskatchewan through Earthcare Group. He has been environment columnist with the Saskatoon StarPhoenix, publishing more than 1,500 articles on environmental and agricultural issues, and has published four books. Paul’s efforts to promote environmental awareness were recognized with a Canadian Environment Award from the Royal Canadian Geographical Society in 2006. He is the vice-President Research with Points West Management Consultants, which specializes in support for Aboriginal employment and economic development. 

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

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