Includes bibliographical references (pages 75-79) and index
Contents:
Introduction. We have a choice It is wise to have a beginner's mind Everything is defined by relationships All relationships have consequences Composition, structure, and function are intertwined Context affects relationships We see the world through our own lens Sustainability and change are continuous processes Cumulative effects, lag periods, and thresholds are key All change is to some extent irreversible We live in the invisible present Our actions have consequences Consider the long-term consequences first There's always a trade-off Reinvest in systems as if they're big business Our "house" is a global commons The world is a living trust Self-reinforcement : the secret of stable systems Sustainability : it's about effectiveness, not efficiency "Simple" doesn't always equal "better" Democracy nurtures sustainability We always have choices We become what we oppose when we react instead of responding Acceptance is the key A wise response depends on reflection You can always start today Shared vision is a necessity Epilogue. Teaching kids to change the world--from vision to reality
