Humans have spent almost all of their existence in small tribes. Now, for the following reasons, humans have to adapt together as a Global Village. Because of the risks, this isn't an option.
> Nuclear war and nuclear accidents
> Global pandemics
> Technology - Actions taken by others are viewed throughout the world in an instant
> Resources, trade, global markets
> Ecological overshoot and the environment
> Energy needs
This global village is so difficult to achieve due to the quickness (exponential change) in which all this happened. The brain is still for small tribes (small social groups), Importance for In-group for survival (People of a nation, people who look similar and share similar views, etc). People who move to other nations throughout the globe have induced more nationalism and isolated thoughts. As mentioned in the 7 Starters, culture is a part of survival.
DO: Change takes energy for the brain to predict. People who do not share similarities require more energy to understand. This energy is already under stress from trying to predict other inputs from the exponential.
Importance of the Global Village
It is important for human society to have the self awareness that they do live in a Global Village and more needs to be done that allow people to work together better. The list above on its own makes the simple argument. However, just in general and to improve more lives, thinking globally can help people understand others better and challenge them to make the world a better place.
"IS" Statement on the Global Village
Relect: When thinking of the global village and geopolitics, reflect on human history and brain development. Think about how humans have In-Group/Out-Group in the brain at super speed. Think of the brain uses so much energy and tries to constantly conserve energy and do what is useful to the individual. Think about how the global village is so new versus all of its history. Lastly, think of the ability of a human conscious to relate to others. What is the most people can truly have in a social group and really understand the people in that group. It is very small, especially considering the millions and billions of people.
With the above in mind, here is the IS Statement:
Expect a wider range in terms of people being ok with larger InGroups and respect and understanding of OutGroups. We see this in a rise of nationalism. We also see a lot of people wanting to work together. This spread will continue and will become more contentious. When working through the logic, it makes sense. More stress impacts InGroup/OutGroup thoughts and actions. Also, the world demands more energy from individuals to thrive and survive. Understanding outgroups takes a lot of energy.
Mapping Strategy for Survival
Document and Map risks to your organization from the above list and more. Also, a map can be made to develop better strategies for improved Organization Villages.
Expect more external risk from society in general. Human society is going through fast and uncertain change. We are entering a different phase on Energy, Resources, Money, Environment, and Technology. It is too many moving and unpredictable parts. Thus, work on expecting the unexpected.
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