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WHY has humanity been unable to solve the global environmental sustainability problem? All problems arise from their root causes, so If a solution fails it can only be because it did not resolve the root causes. If we want solutions that will work, problem solvers will have to change their approach. The Thwink approach identifies the root cause then finds solutions to resolve the subproblems identified. Key to the solution is finding the root cause of change resistance. The System Improvement Process provides problem solvers with a fill in the blanks framework that makes work much more focused and efficient. The SIP process is a systematic, analytical approach to problem-solving. SIP is a process that fits the problem.

Are you interested in understanding how solar power could work in your home? Learn the ins and outs of renewable solar energy in a residential application. Each state has different laws and rules, and each electric company has their own way of doing business. Founder Dan Hahn has spent years collecting the resources to provide answers to these questions and many more. Join our discussion to hear how Solar Power Rocks!

Dr. Arthur Ciaramicoli is a licensed clinical psychologist who released his latest book The Stress Solution this past year. Dr. Ciaramicoli has developed an integrative therapeutic method that claims to change brain chemistry naturally. This unique psychology perspective provides the most comprehensive approach to balance mental and physical health while reducing stress significantly. Empathy is our common language, giving voice to the heart's most profound yearnings, eloquently articulating the soul's most anguished questions.Through its thoughtful actions and interactions, Empathy creates the invisible connections that hold us together, one human to another, neighborhood to village, community to country, nation to planet. Tune in to understand how empathy will create a positive and natural solution for your stress.

Brenda Palms Barber will discuss formation of Sweet Beginnings, LLC a non-profit urban sustainable honey business. We'll explore the narrative of restoration of community and beekeeping. -How North Lawndale Employment Network (NLEN), prepares former prisoners for the workplace. -How we can support Brenda and Sweet Beginnings.

Jonathan Pereira, the Executive Director of Plant Chicago, will be joining us to discuss the concept of a Circular Economy. In a circular economy, conventional waste streams from one process are repurposed as inputs for another, creating a circular, closed-loop model of material reuse. We'll discuss how this community of businesses, at Plant Chicago, collaborates in this net zero system. The diverse businesses that comprise the community include a bread store, coffee shop, brewery, and more. Their mission is to change the way we, as a city, think about our food and our environment. To develop circular economies of food production, energy conservation and material reuse, while empowering people of all backgrounds to make their cities healthier and more efficient. Plant Chicago offers tours and hands-on workshops. Plant Chicago is happy to host school field trips or even visit classrooms to teach students about the science and social value behind their work.

We will be discussing the intersection of Sustainability & Nutrition. Joan Palmer created T.I.O.S.N = The Institute of Sustainable Nutrition. She has a Bachelor’s in Education, a Masters in Human Nutrition, and in 2011 earned a Certification in Herbology. In school Joan learned the clinical side of nutrition, and vowed when finished to teach how in hindsight she wished she’d been taught. (Hands-on, in the kitchen) Joan now teaches “The art & science of eating”. Answering the question: “What about food & health is important?” Learn how Joan’s background in both in Human Nutrition and Herbology, aligns with Eye Love Nature’s sustainability foundation principle of recognizing the connection of humans and nature (our food source). We'll discuss how to incorporate food as medicine, importance of seasonal eating, soil composition and how food item's nutrient value changes over time.

Stewardship with R.E.S.P.E.C.T will discuss Quantum Enlightenment with guest, Kenji Kumara. Our program promotes becoming aware of and beginning to practice sustainable living concepts. We suggest simple steps toward sustainable living including: o R - Recycle-Renewable Resources o E - Eat Organic o S - Stay Hydrated o P - Practice Meditation o E - Exercise-Movement o C - Connect with Nature o T -Take time to Celebrate We will discuss real examples of how to incorporate these steps into your lives. Earlier this week, October 24th many of us celebrated Global Oneness Day. We'll take some time to reflect on the significance this day brings. Kenji will share a quantum activation with us. This experience is not to be missed. His activations are always topical and internalized as intended for each individual.

Stewardship with R.E.S.P.E.C.T will discuss Quantum Enlightenment with guest, Kenji Kumara. Our program promotes becoming aware of and beginning to practice sustainable living concepts. We suggest simple steps toward sustainable living including: o R - Recycle-Renewable Resources o E - Eat Organic o S - Stay Hydrated o P - Practice Meditation o E - Exercise-Movement o C - Connect with Nature o T -Take time to Celebrate We will discuss real examples of how to incorporate these steps into your lives. Earlier this week, October 24th many of us celebrated Global Oneness Day. We'll take some time to reflect on the significance this day brings. Kenji will share a quantum activation with us. This experience is not to be missed. His activations are always topical and internalized as intended for each individual.

Scott Kellogg runs the Radix Center in New York state's capital Albany, where he teaches ecological literacy and showcases different aspects of sustainability to urban residents. He talks about the importance of working in cities to effect real change in society. The Radix Center is a large eco-shelter type greenhouse in the heart of the city, with systems that includes an aquaponic system and rabbits raised for their meat, heat, and CO2. Learn about their summer youth & employment programs, R.U.S.T (Radical Urban Sustainability Training) workshops, community compost program, and how to grow sprouts in your own kitchen within days.

Introduce Stewardship through R.E.S.P.E.C.T fundamentals. R - Recycle-Renewable Resources -wind, tidal, solar, geothermal- E - Eat Organic -locally grown, non-toxic pesticides, non-GMO- S - Stay Hydrated -drink 1-2 your weight in lbs, converted to oz's- P - Practice Meditation -15-30 minutes a day- E - Execise-movement -30-45 minutes, 3 times a week- C - Connect with nature -daily notice, touch, smell, appreciate nature- T - Take time to celebrate -Life's journey is the reward- Further explore idea of being a steward of your body, the planet...even an organization. Open dialogue with weekly featured guest, on assisting organizations with discovering their 'WHY'.

Introduce Stewardship through R.E.S.P.E.C.T fundamentals. R - Recycle-Renewable Resources -wind, tidal, solar, geothermal- E - Eat Organic -locally grown, non-toxic pesticides, non-GMO- S - Stay Hydrated -drink 1-2 your weight in lbs, converted to oz's- P - Practice Meditation -15-30 minutes a day- E - Execise-movement -30-45 minutes, 3 times a week- C - Connect with nature -daily notice, touch, smell, appreciate nature- T - Take time to celebrate -Life's journey is the reward- Further explore idea of being a steward of your body, the planet...even an organization. Open dialogue with weekly featured guest, on assisting organizations with discovering their 'WHY'.