In other words, the real problem is not exterior. The real problem is interior. The real problem is how to get people to internally transform, from egocentric to sociocentric to worldcentric consciousness, which is the only stance that can grasp the global dimensions of the problem in the first place, and thus the only stance that can freely, even eagerly, embrace global solutions.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Real problems are internal; transforming consciousness is key to grasping and solving global issues.
- In plain terms
- People must change how they think inside to solve outside problems.
- What can you take from it?
- Internal transformation drives external solutions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does your mindset affect your world?
- What internal shifts are needed?
Another view
External structural changes are also necessary alongside internal ones.
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