Hebden
Bridge 2027 - The
Love Economy
When
talking of Hebden you should understand that we are implying that the
rest of the world has also changed - universal basic income, debt
cancellation, social and environmental investment, etc. The sorts of
transformations that have taken place in Hebden could not have
happened alone, as though it was an isolated unit without
relationship to surrounding areas and ultimately to the whole world.
The
main change is that we no longer use money to value our goods and
services. We have what is called 'the
Love Economy'.
That is care for people and planet is now the motivation for sharing
the abundant products which have replaced the scarcity that was
engendered by and essential to the money economy, and the industrial
growth system. Most of our food is sourced locally, which does mean
that some of the more exotic items we used to enjoy have become very
rare or disappeared entirely. But no-one goes hungry or feels
pressured to buy things they can't afford. More than that is the
knowledge that what we enjoy consuming does not rely on the
exploitation of unknown people or children in far-away lands.
Meals
are more often communal affairs, so that every day becomes a
celebration. Our relationships express the appreciation, and respect
we feel with each unique encounter. There is excitement about being
in charge of our lives. People no longer work in soul destroying,
repetitive jobs, so are able to be more creative and fulfilled in
their daily lives. Communication happens everywhere, on street
corners, distribution centres, assemblies in the park. Healing occurs
naturally as people emerge from being trapped in the competition and
insecurity of an economy based on scarcity and want. Love flows
unconditionally, as the gratitude for life and human community merges
with the laughter of children freed from repressive education and
connects with the beauty of the natural world.
Further
Reading:
CHARLES
EISENSTEIN - Sacred Economics, MONEY,
GIFT & SOCIETY IN THE AGE OF TRANSITION.
RIANE
EISLER - The Real Wealth of Nations, CREATING
A CARING ECONOMICS.
LOUIS
BOHTLINGK - Dare to Care, A
LOVE-BASED FOUNDATION FOR MONEY & FINANCE.
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Anna
Harris anna@shsh.co.uk
Lovely! You should go to more Rainbow Gatherings! ;-)
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