31. The Way Forward

Chapters in the Conclusions Suite overview the evolving argument of the book, represented in the previous ‘Movements’ of the argument’s Symphonic form. Chapter 31 finally explores the action strategy which derives from the overall inputs and arguments of the book. Fundamental is the assertion of our humanity to make the difference, promoting ‘the other way around’ in society’s relationship to its economic frame for action and meaning. Strategies particularly emphasize regarding economic growth as means not end, and instead to assert the goal of viable stasis; development of mindfulness across all industries and corporations as well as in government priorities—where people and community are valued rather than treated as cost-factors; where wider social benefit is prioritized; where environmental impact is minimized; and, where core business feeds substantive needs rather than fashion. Furthermore, community and equity are fostered across broad territory. The Chapter points towards the lessons of ‘fractals’ and ‘complexity theory’ to demonstrate the entry point power of small interventions in complex systems.