Hey John,

You bring up some thought-provoking points, especially around human psychology and the cyclical nature of existence. I agree that we need a shift in how we perceive our place in the world, particularly regarding the impact of linear thinking and self-interest.

But here’s where I diverge a bit: while understanding the cyclical, interconnected nature of reality is crucial, the urgency we face right now isn’t about waiting for people to grasp this abstract truth. We’re burning through resources and emitting carbon on a scale that nature’s cycles can’t keep up with. Yes, the systems—biological, social, financial—are all intertwined and in flux, but we can't ignore the hard, concrete results of our actions. The planetary crisis isn’t a philosophical debate, it’s here, it's tangible, and it’s driven by unsustainable extraction and profit.

The sociopolitical systems you describe—governments acting as nervous systems, money as blood—are absolutely corrupted, but while we wait for a societal evolution that shifts from "extraction" to "addition," the damage continues. Maybe the consciousness shift will happen, but we can't gamble on that while ecosystems collapse.

This isn't just about a clash of philosophies—it’s about urgent, grounded actions.

Southern winds from Patagonia,

Ricky