We are shaped by our surroundings.
(inevitably)
Writing
Ishmael by Daniel Quinn
A playful introduction to our oppressive civilization and its consequences on both Earth & our generational well-being.
Buddhism Plain & Simple by Steve Hagen
The only constant in life is change. Buddhism, rather than a religion, is a tool to help us tap into our immediate reality & focus our energy on Now.
A Language Older Than Words by Derrick Jensen
We’re indoctrinated into demeaning all non-human signs of intelligence on Earth. If we start listening to Earth, one might learn from its wisdom & experience.
Walden by Henry David Thoreau
There are alternatives to civilization. It may sound unreal but we don’t NEED complex socioeconomic systems in order to be happy. Just take a look at every other animal on Earth.
Endgame Vol. 1: The Problem of Civilization by Derrick Jensen
Recurring toxic situations call for extreme measures in order to break the pattern.
Purple Cow by Seth Godin
No marketing will sell a fundamentally flawed product. We must develop brands from the inside out, designing for our niche of clients & enabling them FALLING IN LOVE with our brand.
Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari
Looking at time, on a global scale, our civilization is relatively young and immature. Our current ways are not definitive nor absolutes. These fictional realities that shape our objective world were made by humans & can be dismantled by humans.
Video
Changing Education Paradigms by Sir Ken Robinson
Standardization at a global scale is the most harmful.
Philosophy by Albert Camus
Our Greatest Delusion by Veritasium
Nothing is forever.
What Explains the Rise of Humans by Yuval Noah Harari
Our imagination enables fictional realities to rise in hierarchy.
Expanding Yourself Through Experiencie by Soulpancake
Learn by doing.
Start With Why by Simon Sinek
The heart of every move.
How Craving Attention Makes You Less Creative by Joseph Gordon Levitt
Films
Into the Wild by Noah Harai
Straightforward entertaining anti-civilization story.
V for Vendetta by Alan Moore
Stand up for your beliefs.
La Vita e Bella by Roberto Benigni
Embrace what you have & enjoy.