When asked if I am pessimistic or optimistic about the future, my answer is always the same: If you look at the science about what is happening on earth and aren\u2019t pessimistic, you don\u2019t understand data.
But if you meet the people who are working to restore this earth and the lives of the poor, and you aren\u2019t optimistic, you haven\u2019t got a pulse.
What I see everywhere in the world are ordinary people willing to confront despair, power, and incalculable odds in order to restore some semblance of grace, justice, and beauty to this world. – Paul Hawken
That’s you, my truth warrior tribe! You inspire optimism by your courage, determination and dedication.
Keep speeking your truth and keep inspiring others. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
When asked if I am pessimistic or optimistic about the future, my answer is always the same: If you look at the science about what is happening on earth and aren\u2019t pessimistic, you don\u2019t understand data. But if you meet the people who are working to restore this earth and the lives of the poor, … <\/p>\n