March 2, 2025 • 17 mins
This podcast will discuss how globalist influences globalisation of the world. Their agenda and policies affecting world leaders, military, security, economy, politics, and the justice systems around the world and what we can do to challenge or tackle issues stemming from globalist or globalisation grasp.
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(00:00):
Okay, so we're diving right in today.
(00:02):
Diving right in.
You guys have been sending in so much stuff
about globalism, all the good, the bad,
all the conspiracy theories around it.
So we decided to tackle it head on.
Head on.
And we're doing that with this source,
Navigating Global Systems, A Citizen's Guide to Local Power.
Great source.
(00:23):
But we're not gonna talk about shadowy cabals
or anything like that.
We gotta cut through the noise.
We're gonna cut through the noise.
Yeah.
We wanna see how these big systems actually affect us
on an individual and community level.
For sure.
And what we can do about it.
What can we do?
So first, what even is globalism?
Right.
Because I feel like I hear it everywhere.
(00:43):
It's one of those terms.
But it's always so vague.
Yeah, it's a very loaded term.
Yeah.
At its core, globalism is this idea
that the world's getting more and more interconnected.
Yeah.
Goods, people, ideas,
all moving more easily across borders.
And it's driven by trade, technology,
international organizations.
Right.
(01:04):
So think about the UN, the World Trade Organization.
Okay.
Or even just these huge companies
pushing for the same rules everywhere you go.
That makes sense.
Yeah.
So, okay, so not necessarily some evil puppet masters
behind the curtain.
Right.
But a lot of powerful players on a global chessboard.
I like that, yeah.
But do these so-called globalists
actually control governments?
(01:26):
Well, you know, it's more about influence than control,
I'd say.
Like trade agreements, for example,
NAFTA or the EU single market.
Right.
Those incentivize countries to play by certain rules.
Okay.
To get those economic benefits.
So it's not like some secret society giving orders.
Right.
It's more like leaders acting
in what they see as their best interest.
(01:48):
Exactly.
Even if that means kind of going along with these systems.
Yeah, and leaders,
they have to respond to all these different pressures.
Yeah.
Global markets, treaties.
Right.
Public opinion.
Right.
So it's really not this single puppet master situation.
It's more like a whole puppet show with a bunch of strings.
With a lot of different strings being pulled.
Lots of different strings, yeah.
(02:08):
That makes a lot of sense
because you see like policies pop up
in multiple countries at the same time.
Exactly.
Like suddenly everyone's talking about a carbon tax
or social media regulation.
Right.
It can feel like there's some coordination happening.
That's what fuels those globalist conspiracy theories.
Right.
And controlling everything.
Yeah.
But oftentimes it's less about a secret plan.
(02:29):
Okay.
And more about shared challenges.
That makes sense.
Countries facing similar economic
or environmental problems,
they might end up with similar solutions.
Right.
It doesn't mean they're getting orders
from some secret society.
Right.
Just means they're dealing with the same problems.
Okay, so speaking of those theories.
Yeah.
Let's address the elephant in the room.
(02:49):
Let's do it.
The one world order.
Oh boy.
Is there really a single group calling all the shots?
Yeah, let's be clear about this.
There is zero evidence.
Right.
Of a single entity running the show.
Got it.
Yes.
There are powerful individuals and groups
that advocate for global cooperation.
(03:11):
Right.
But that's completely different.
Yeah.
From some centralized one world order.
But what about like the Bilderberg meetings?
Right.
The trilateral commission, families.
Like the Rothschilds.
They're real, right?
They're not just.
They are real.
Internet myths.
They do exist.
Yeah.
But their visibility.
Okay.
(03:31):
Doesn't automatically mean they're carrying out
a secret plan to rule the world.
That's true.
If anything, a true one world order
would probably try to be a lot less obvious.
Yeah, good point.
Good point.
So if not a secret cabal,
then who is shaping this global landscape?
Well, it's not a single villain in a lair.
Right.
It's more like a network of powerful figures.
(03:52):
Okay.
Institutions.
Right.
We're talking heads of state,
central bankers like the IMF, Federal Reserve,
CEOs of massive corporations.
Right.
Like BlackRock or Amazon.
So no Illuminati, just good old fashioned power
and influence on a global scale.
Pretty much, yeah.
Okay.
And they wield this power through boardrooms,
(04:13):
lobbying, media, international organizations
like the G20 or NATO.
And their interests, they aren't always aligned.
Right, they're gonna bump up against each other.
Exactly.
You'll see governments clashing with corporations.
Yeah.
International bodies disagreeing.
Right.
Even within those groups, you'll have different factions.
So it's a messy web of competing interests.
(04:36):
A messy web, yep.
Okay, so what are those interests?
Right.
What do these globalists, and I'm using that term.
I know, it's a loaded term.
In quotations.
Yeah.
What do they actually want?
Well, if we strip away all the sinister interpretations,
a lot of it comes down to stability and growth.
Okay.
Governments want trade deals to boost their economies.
(04:58):
That makes sense.
Corporations crave those predictable markets.
And international bodies often push for cooperation
on these global issues like climate change, pandemics.
Sure.
They wanna create a world that works for them.
Right.
Whether that benefits everyone else is debatable.
Now, what about the UN sustainable development goals?
(05:18):
Yeah.
Those seem like a good thing.
Yeah, on the surface, right?
Like reducing poverty, clean energy, all of that.
Exactly.
But are there downsides to those goals?
Well, let's look closer.
Okay.
Goal eight, for example.
Okay.
It's decent work and economic growth.
Okay.
Now on a global scale, that means promoting policies
(05:39):
that facilitate trade and investment.
Which sounds reasonable enough.
But sometimes those policies end up prioritizing
big businesses.
Right.
Over small local ones.
Okay.
Think about factories closing in one country.
Yeah.
Because labor's cheaper somewhere else.
Yeah.
Good for global growth, maybe.
Yeah.
But maybe not so good for that community that lost jobs.
(06:02):
So it's not always some like evil scheme.
But these well-intentioned global goals
can still have downsides.
Absolutely.
Especially for people on the ground.
Yeah.
Which brings us to, I think, the biggest question.
I think so too.
If these systems are so complex and powerful,
what can we, as regular people, actually do?
(06:25):
That's the big question.
You can feel really overwhelmed.
Oh yeah.
That's where we shift gears.
Okay.
It's not about fighting some imaginary globalist boogie man.
Right.
It's about understanding the real effects
of these systems on our lives.
Okay.
And figuring out how to navigate them.
Right.
And yes, even influence them.
Okay, so less conspiracy theories.
(06:45):
Exactly.
More practical action.
Practical steps.
I like it.
But where do we even begin?
Well first, you gotta get informed.
Okay.
But not paranoid.
Right.
You have to understand the systems at play.
Okay.
The trade deals, the laws, the corporate lobbying,
and stick to credible sources of information.
Right.
There's a lot of noise out there.
There is.
(07:06):
But we need to cut through it and focus on the facts.
Focus on the facts.
Yeah.
So we need to be informed.
We need to understand the forces at play.
Right.
But then what?
Yeah.
How do we translate that knowledge into action?
Well that's where this idea of localizing your power
comes in.
Okay.
You see these big systems, they thrive on scale.
But us as individuals, we thrive on the small stuff.
(07:29):
So what does that look like in practice?
The source material had some really interesting
ideas about this.
Okay.
It talked about how communities in places like Cuba,
they had to get creative during sanctions.
Right.
Building these urban farms.
Interesting.
Setting up barter networks.
Okay.
And ways to make do with what they had.
Yeah.
It's kind of like the necessity is the mother of invention.
(07:51):
Exactly.
Yeah.
Necessity is the mother of invention.
Right.
And it got me thinking.
Yeah.
Even without some major crisis.
Okay.
There's a lot we can learn from that resourcefulness.
What if we start building that resilience now?
Okay.
Even if things seem relatively stable.
I'm getting a bit of a prepper vibe here.
Right.
(08:11):
But I see your point.
I understand that.
Yeah.
It's about being prepared, not panicked.
Right.
I'm talking about building bunkers.
Right.
Hoarding supplies.
Yeah.
It's about taking practical steps.
Okay.
To become more self-sufficient.
Mm-hmm.
Less reliant on these massive global systems.
So learning to grow our own food.
I get that.
(08:31):
Six our own stuff.
Mm-hmm.
Maybe even barter with our neighbors.
Right.
It's not just about being thrifty.
Yeah.
It's about having a backup plan.
It is.
It's about options.
If things go sideways.
Exactly.
And it can be empowering too.
Yeah.
Imagine being able to provide for yourself.
Right.
And your community.
Yeah.
Regardless of what's happening with the global economy.
(08:53):
Yeah.
I could see how that would be a huge.
It really is.
Confidence boost.
It really is.
Okay.
But let's be real.
Not everyone has the money, the space.
Right.
To become a full-blown homestutter.
Yeah.
What about those of us who are,
let's say, less DIY inclined?
Oh yeah.
Right.
I hear you.
It's not an all or nothing thing.
Right.
(09:14):
Even small steps can make a big difference.
Okay.
Start with something you enjoy.
Okay.
Maybe try growing some herbs on your windowsill.
Okay.
Learn to sew a button back on.
All right.
Join a local repair cafe.
Okay.
Learn to fix broken appliances.
Right.
These are all little things that add up over time.
Okay, so it's about being mindful.
It is.
Making conscious choices.
(09:34):
Exactly.
Okay.
Think about your daily habits.
Okay.
Can you buy less stuff?
Mm-hmm.
Reduce reliance on single-use plastics.
Yeah.
Support local businesses
instead of multinational corporations.
Yeah.
Every little bit helps.
Okay.
It all adds up.
So what about the financial side of things?
Oh, that's a big one.
Building financial resilience
(09:55):
feels especially important these days.
Absolutely.
Yeah.
It's about creating a buffer.
So you're not completely wiped out.
Right.
If something unexpected happens.
Mm-hmm.
Could be a job loss, a medical emergency, whatever.
Yeah.
Right.
So like having an emergency fund.
Yes.
Or a loan debt.
Mm-hmm.
Maybe exploring alternative ways to earn income.
(10:17):
Exactly.
Okay.
It's about diversifying your options.
Right.
Having multiple streams of income.
Mm-hmm.
Not putting all your eggs in one basket.
Got it.
The source even talked about things like local currencies
or time banks.
Time banks.
Yeah.
What are those?
It's this really cool concept
where people exchange services directly.
Okay.
(10:38):
Using time as the currency.
Okay.
Instead of money.
Interesting.
So you might help someone with their gardening for an hour.
Mm-hmm.
And then get an hour of childcare in return.
Wow, that's really interesting.
It's a great system.
Yeah.
A great way to build community connections.
Yeah.
Support each other without relying
on those traditional financial systems.
Yeah, I love that.
Yeah.
(10:58):
So we're getting informed.
We're localizing our power.
Mm-hmm.
We're building financial resilience.
Yes.
What else can we do to navigate these global systems?
Well, there's strength in numbers.
Okay.
So we need to organize.
Okay.
And amplify our voices.
So you're talking about joining forces
with like-minded people.
Exactly.
(11:19):
Find or start groups that align with your values.
Okay, yeah.
A labor union, a farmers market collective,
a digital privacy advocacy group.
Yeah.
Whatever resonates with you.
Right, because together we can make a bigger impact
than we could individually.
That's the idea.
Right.
And to underestimate the power of social media
for sharing information and mobilizing action.
(11:41):
Yeah.
You know, we've seen how online movements
can bring attention to issues.
For sure.
Put pressure on those in power.
Okay, so we're informed.
We're connected.
We're speaking out.
What about holding those in power accountable?
Oh yeah.
Sometimes it feels like they're just pushing a narrative.
It can feel that way.
That benefits them no matter what we do.
(12:02):
You're right.
Those in power often control the narrative.
Yeah.
But we don't have to accept it blindly.
Okay.
We need to challenge those narratives,
question the stories they're telling,
and offer alternative perspectives.
So like if a policy is benefiting a big corporation.
Exactly.
While hurting local communities.
Right.
We need to call that out.
(12:23):
You gotta call it out.
Use data.
Right.
Use personal stories.
Use whatever you can to expose
the real impacts of these policies.
Okay.
Show people that there are other ways of doing things.
So it's about speaking truth to power.
Yes.
But also speaking truth to everyone.
To everyone.
Right.
Yeah.
(12:43):
Helping people see the bigger picture.
Exist.
How these systems are affecting their lives.
It all comes back to that.
Okay and finally.
Okay.
And I think this is crucial.
I think so too.
We need to cultivate mental and emotional resilience.
This is huge.
Yeah tell me more about that.
Well think about it.
If you're constantly bombarded with fear mongering news.
Yeah.
Doom and gloom predictions.
(13:05):
Conspiracy theories.
Right.
It's gonna take a toll on your mental state.
Oh absolutely.
Right.
It's like a constant state of low grade anxiety.
Exactly and that anxiety can be paralyzing.
Right.
Makes you feel powerless.
Hopeless and less likely to take any positive action.
So how do we combat that?
Correct.
How do we cultivate mental and emotional resilience.
(13:27):
Yeah.
In a world that often feels like it's falling apart.
Well it starts with being mindful
of your media consumption.
Okay.
It's easy to get sucked into that 2047 news cycle.
It is.
But it's important to step back
and curate your information intake.
So no more doom scrolling before bed?
Ideally.
Yeah.
Seriously.
Be selective about the sources you trust.
(13:48):
Okay.
Limit your exposure to negativity.
Right.
And make sure you're balancing out the heavy stuff.
Okay.
With content that inspires you.
Uplifts you.
Right.
Educates you.
Yeah that makes sense.
It's like we need to nourish our minds.
We do.
We need to have positive and empowering information.
Exactly.
Just like we need to nourish our bodies.
Right.
And eat healthy food.
Exactly.
(14:08):
We need a balanced diet.
Right.
But we also need a balanced media diet.
A balanced media diet.
Yes.
I like that.
Okay so we're being mindful of our media diet.
Right.
What else can we do to build mental resilience?
So we're being mindful of our media diet.
Yeah.
What else can we do to build that mental resilience?
Human connection is huge.
You know.
Oh yeah.
(14:29):
Cultivate a strong support system.
Okay.
People who share your values.
Who lift you up.
Yeah.
Who can offer a different perspective
when things feel overwhelming.
Right.
We're not meant to go through this alone.
It really does take a village.
It does.
And speaking of feeling empowered.
Yes.
I feel like that plays a big role in resilience too.
Absolutely.
When you feel like you have agency.
(14:51):
Like you can actually make a difference.
Right.
It gives you this sense of hope and purpose.
Yeah.
And that fuels resilience.
So even if we can't single-handedly topple
these massive global systems.
Right.
We can still focus on the things we can influence.
Exactly.
Like you said, starting local building skills.
(15:11):
Connecting with our communities.
Those small acts of resistance.
Yeah.
Those everyday choices we make.
Right.
They add up to something much bigger.
Yeah.
It's about the ripple effect.
You know.
Right.
Inspiring others, creating change.
Even if it's just in your own little corner of the world.
I think sometimes we get so caught up
in the scale of the problems.
(15:33):
Yeah.
It's easy to get discouraged.
That we forget about the power of small actions.
For sure.
But resilience isn't about being perfect.
OK.
Or never feeling fear or doubt.
Right.
It's about acknowledging those feelings.
Yeah.
Working through them and then choosing to move forward
anyway.
So it's like a muscle.
It is.
The more we practice resilience.
Yeah.
(15:53):
The stronger we become.
The stronger we become.
Exactly.
And just like any muscle.
OK.
It needs to be exercised regularly.
So how do we exercise our resilience muscle?
Well, I mean stepping outside your comfort zone.
OK.
Challenging your assumptions.
Even embracing discomfort as a chance to grow.
Oh, that's interesting.
Right.
(16:13):
Yeah.
Discomfort as a chance to grow.
My mind is officially blown.
That's what we aim for.
Yeah.
But seriously, this has been such an eye opening conversation.
It has.
We've gone from shadowy cabals to gardening
to mental fortitude.
Right.
It's amazing how interconnected it all is.
It really is.
Yeah.
It's like this whole web of systems and choices.
(16:35):
It is.
And ultimately, it comes down to taking responsibility.
Yeah.
For our own piece of that web.
Exactly.
And recognizing that we're all in this together.
We all have a role to play in creating a future.
Right.
That's more equitable, sustainable, and resilient.
Well said.
That's right.
So as we wrap up this deep dive into navigating
(16:57):
global systems, what's the one key takeaway
you want our listeners to remember?
The one key takeaway.
I think it's don't underestimate your own power.
OK.
Yes, these systems are vast and complex.
Yeah, they are.
But we're not just passive bystanders.
Right.
We have agency.
We have choices.
And we have the ability to make a difference,
(17:19):
both individually and collectively.
I love that.
Yeah.
It's so easy to feel helpless.
I know.
In the face of these global forces.
It really is.
But ultimately, we do have more power than we realize.
We absolutely do.
Well, on that empowering note.
I like it.
We'll leave you to ponder your own role
in this intricate global tapestry.
Yeah, think about it.
(17:40):
Remember, knowledge is power.
Absolutely.
Action is key.
Yes.
And resilience.
That's our superpower.
That's it.
Until next time, deep divers, keep exploring,
keep questioning, and keep building a better world
one mindful choice at a time.
Love it.
Okay, so we're diving right in today.
(00:02):
Diving right in.
You guys have been sending in so much stuff
about globalism, all the good, the bad,
all the conspiracy theories around it.
So we decided to tackle it head on.
Head on.
And we're doing that with this source,
Navigating Global Systems, A Citizen's Guide to Local Power.
Great source.
(00:23):
But we're not gonna talk about shadowy cabals
or anything like that.
We gotta cut through the noise.
We're gonna cut through the noise.
Yeah.
We wanna see how these big systems actually affect us
on an individual and community level.
For sure.
And what we can do about it.
What can we do?
So first, what even is globalism?
Right.
Because I feel like I hear it everywhere.
(00:43):
It's one of those terms.
But it's always so vague.
Yeah, it's a very loaded term.
Yeah.
At its core, globalism is this idea
that the world's getting more and more interconnected.
Yeah.
Goods, people, ideas,
all moving more easily across borders.
And it's driven by trade, technology,
international organizations.
Right.
(01:04):
So think about the UN, the World Trade Organization.
Okay.
Or even just these huge companies
pushing for the same rules everywhere you go.
That makes sense.
Yeah.
So, okay, so not necessarily some evil puppet masters
behind the curtain.
Right.
But a lot of powerful players on a global chessboard.
I like that, yeah.
But do these so-called globalists
actually control governments?
(01:26):
Well, you know, it's more about influence than control,
I'd say.
Like trade agreements, for example,
NAFTA or the EU single market.
Right.
Those incentivize countries to play by certain rules.
Okay.
To get those economic benefits.
So it's not like some secret society giving orders.
Right.
It's more like leaders acting
in what they see as their best interest.
(01:48):
Exactly.
Even if that means kind of going along with these systems.
Yeah, and leaders,
they have to respond to all these different pressures.
Yeah.
Global markets, treaties.
Right.
Public opinion.
Right.
So it's really not this single puppet master situation.
It's more like a whole puppet show with a bunch of strings.
With a lot of different strings being pulled.
Lots of different strings, yeah.
(02:08):
That makes a lot of sense
because you see like policies pop up
in multiple countries at the same time.
Exactly.
Like suddenly everyone's talking about a carbon tax
or social media regulation.
Right.
It can feel like there's some coordination happening.
That's what fuels those globalist conspiracy theories.
Right.
And controlling everything.
Yeah.
But oftentimes it's less about a secret plan.
(02:29):
Okay.
And more about shared challenges.
That makes sense.
Countries facing similar economic
or environmental problems,
they might end up with similar solutions.
Right.
It doesn't mean they're getting orders
from some secret society.
Right.
Just means they're dealing with the same problems.
Okay, so speaking of those theories.
Yeah.
Let's address the elephant in the room.
(02:49):
Let's do it.
The one world order.
Oh boy.
Is there really a single group calling all the shots?
Yeah, let's be clear about this.
There is zero evidence.
Right.
Of a single entity running the show.
Got it.
Yes.
There are powerful individuals and groups
that advocate for global cooperation.
(03:11):
Right.
But that's completely different.
Yeah.
From some centralized one world order.
But what about like the Bilderberg meetings?
Right.
The trilateral commission, families.
Like the Rothschilds.
They're real, right?
They're not just.
They are real.
Internet myths.
They do exist.
Yeah.
But their visibility.
Okay.
(03:31):
Doesn't automatically mean they're carrying out
a secret plan to rule the world.
That's true.
If anything, a true one world order
would probably try to be a lot less obvious.
Yeah, good point.
Good point.
So if not a secret cabal,
then who is shaping this global landscape?
Well, it's not a single villain in a lair.
Right.
It's more like a network of powerful figures.
(03:52):
Okay.
Institutions.
Right.
We're talking heads of state,
central bankers like the IMF, Federal Reserve,
CEOs of massive corporations.
Right.
Like BlackRock or Amazon.
So no Illuminati, just good old fashioned power
and influence on a global scale.
Pretty much, yeah.
Okay.
And they wield this power through boardrooms,
(04:13):
lobbying, media, international organizations
like the G20 or NATO.
And their interests, they aren't always aligned.
Right, they're gonna bump up against each other.
Exactly.
You'll see governments clashing with corporations.
Yeah.
International bodies disagreeing.
Right.
Even within those groups, you'll have different factions.
So it's a messy web of competing interests.
(04:36):
A messy web, yep.
Okay, so what are those interests?
Right.
What do these globalists, and I'm using that term.
I know, it's a loaded term.
In quotations.
Yeah.
What do they actually want?
Well, if we strip away all the sinister interpretations,
a lot of it comes down to stability and growth.
Okay.
Governments want trade deals to boost their economies.
(04:58):
That makes sense.
Corporations crave those predictable markets.
And international bodies often push for cooperation
on these global issues like climate change, pandemics.
Sure.
They wanna create a world that works for them.
Right.
Whether that benefits everyone else is debatable.
Now, what about the UN sustainable development goals?
(05:18):
Yeah.
Those seem like a good thing.
Yeah, on the surface, right?
Like reducing poverty, clean energy, all of that.
Exactly.
But are there downsides to those goals?
Well, let's look closer.
Okay.
Goal eight, for example.
Okay.
It's decent work and economic growth.
Okay.
Now on a global scale, that means promoting policies
(05:39):
that facilitate trade and investment.
Which sounds reasonable enough.
But sometimes those policies end up prioritizing
big businesses.
Right.
Over small local ones.
Okay.
Think about factories closing in one country.
Yeah.
Because labor's cheaper somewhere else.
Yeah.
Good for global growth, maybe.
Yeah.
But maybe not so good for that community that lost jobs.
(06:02):
So it's not always some like evil scheme.
But these well-intentioned global goals
can still have downsides.
Absolutely.
Especially for people on the ground.
Yeah.
Which brings us to, I think, the biggest question.
I think so too.
If these systems are so complex and powerful,
what can we, as regular people, actually do?
(06:25):
That's the big question.
You can feel really overwhelmed.
Oh yeah.
That's where we shift gears.
Okay.
It's not about fighting some imaginary globalist boogie man.
Right.
It's about understanding the real effects
of these systems on our lives.
Okay.
And figuring out how to navigate them.
Right.
And yes, even influence them.
Okay, so less conspiracy theories.
(06:45):
Exactly.
More practical action.
Practical steps.
I like it.
But where do we even begin?
Well first, you gotta get informed.
Okay.
But not paranoid.
Right.
You have to understand the systems at play.
Okay.
The trade deals, the laws, the corporate lobbying,
and stick to credible sources of information.
Right.
There's a lot of noise out there.
There is.
(07:06):
But we need to cut through it and focus on the facts.
Focus on the facts.
Yeah.
So we need to be informed.
We need to understand the forces at play.
Right.
But then what?
Yeah.
How do we translate that knowledge into action?
Well that's where this idea of localizing your power
comes in.
Okay.
You see these big systems, they thrive on scale.
But us as individuals, we thrive on the small stuff.
(07:29):
So what does that look like in practice?
The source material had some really interesting
ideas about this.
Okay.
It talked about how communities in places like Cuba,
they had to get creative during sanctions.
Right.
Building these urban farms.
Interesting.
Setting up barter networks.
Okay.
And ways to make do with what they had.
Yeah.
It's kind of like the necessity is the mother of invention.
(07:51):
Exactly.
Yeah.
Necessity is the mother of invention.
Right.
And it got me thinking.
Yeah.
Even without some major crisis.
Okay.
There's a lot we can learn from that resourcefulness.
What if we start building that resilience now?
Okay.
Even if things seem relatively stable.
I'm getting a bit of a prepper vibe here.
Right.
(08:11):
But I see your point.
I understand that.
Yeah.
It's about being prepared, not panicked.
Right.
I'm talking about building bunkers.
Right.
Hoarding supplies.
Yeah.
It's about taking practical steps.
Okay.
To become more self-sufficient.
Mm-hmm.
Less reliant on these massive global systems.
So learning to grow our own food.
I get that.
(08:31):
Six our own stuff.
Mm-hmm.
Maybe even barter with our neighbors.
Right.
It's not just about being thrifty.
Yeah.
It's about having a backup plan.
It is.
It's about options.
If things go sideways.
Exactly.
And it can be empowering too.
Yeah.
Imagine being able to provide for yourself.
Right.
And your community.
Yeah.
Regardless of what's happening with the global economy.
(08:53):
Yeah.
I could see how that would be a huge.
It really is.
Confidence boost.
It really is.
Okay.
But let's be real.
Not everyone has the money, the space.
Right.
To become a full-blown homestutter.
Yeah.
What about those of us who are,
let's say, less DIY inclined?
Oh yeah.
Right.
I hear you.
It's not an all or nothing thing.
Right.
(09:14):
Even small steps can make a big difference.
Okay.
Start with something you enjoy.
Okay.
Maybe try growing some herbs on your windowsill.
Okay.
Learn to sew a button back on.
All right.
Join a local repair cafe.
Okay.
Learn to fix broken appliances.
Right.
These are all little things that add up over time.
Okay, so it's about being mindful.
It is.
Making conscious choices.
(09:34):
Exactly.
Okay.
Think about your daily habits.
Okay.
Can you buy less stuff?
Mm-hmm.
Reduce reliance on single-use plastics.
Yeah.
Support local businesses
instead of multinational corporations.
Yeah.
Every little bit helps.
Okay.
It all adds up.
So what about the financial side of things?
Oh, that's a big one.
Building financial resilience
(09:55):
feels especially important these days.
Absolutely.
Yeah.
It's about creating a buffer.
So you're not completely wiped out.
Right.
If something unexpected happens.
Mm-hmm.
Could be a job loss, a medical emergency, whatever.
Yeah.
Right.
So like having an emergency fund.
Yes.
Or a loan debt.
Mm-hmm.
Maybe exploring alternative ways to earn income.
(10:17):
Exactly.
Okay.
It's about diversifying your options.
Right.
Having multiple streams of income.
Mm-hmm.
Not putting all your eggs in one basket.
Got it.
The source even talked about things like local currencies
or time banks.
Time banks.
Yeah.
What are those?
It's this really cool concept
where people exchange services directly.
Okay.
(10:38):
Using time as the currency.
Okay.
Instead of money.
Interesting.
So you might help someone with their gardening for an hour.
Mm-hmm.
And then get an hour of childcare in return.
Wow, that's really interesting.
It's a great system.
Yeah.
A great way to build community connections.
Yeah.
Support each other without relying
on those traditional financial systems.
Yeah, I love that.
Yeah.
(10:58):
So we're getting informed.
We're localizing our power.
Mm-hmm.
We're building financial resilience.
Yes.
What else can we do to navigate these global systems?
Well, there's strength in numbers.
Okay.
So we need to organize.
Okay.
And amplify our voices.
So you're talking about joining forces
with like-minded people.
Exactly.
(11:19):
Find or start groups that align with your values.
Okay, yeah.
A labor union, a farmers market collective,
a digital privacy advocacy group.
Yeah.
Whatever resonates with you.
Right, because together we can make a bigger impact
than we could individually.
That's the idea.
Right.
And to underestimate the power of social media
for sharing information and mobilizing action.
(11:41):
Yeah.
You know, we've seen how online movements
can bring attention to issues.
For sure.
Put pressure on those in power.
Okay, so we're informed.
We're connected.
We're speaking out.
What about holding those in power accountable?
Oh yeah.
Sometimes it feels like they're just pushing a narrative.
It can feel that way.
That benefits them no matter what we do.
(12:02):
You're right.
Those in power often control the narrative.
Yeah.
But we don't have to accept it blindly.
Okay.
We need to challenge those narratives,
question the stories they're telling,
and offer alternative perspectives.
So like if a policy is benefiting a big corporation.
Exactly.
While hurting local communities.
Right.
We need to call that out.
(12:23):
You gotta call it out.
Use data.
Right.
Use personal stories.
Use whatever you can to expose
the real impacts of these policies.
Okay.
Show people that there are other ways of doing things.
So it's about speaking truth to power.
Yes.
But also speaking truth to everyone.
To everyone.
Right.
Yeah.
(12:43):
Helping people see the bigger picture.
Exist.
How these systems are affecting their lives.
It all comes back to that.
Okay and finally.
Okay.
And I think this is crucial.
I think so too.
We need to cultivate mental and emotional resilience.
This is huge.
Yeah tell me more about that.
Well think about it.
If you're constantly bombarded with fear mongering news.
Yeah.
Doom and gloom predictions.
(13:05):
Conspiracy theories.
Right.
It's gonna take a toll on your mental state.
Oh absolutely.
Right.
It's like a constant state of low grade anxiety.
Exactly and that anxiety can be paralyzing.
Right.
Makes you feel powerless.
Hopeless and less likely to take any positive action.
So how do we combat that?
Correct.
How do we cultivate mental and emotional resilience.
(13:27):
Yeah.
In a world that often feels like it's falling apart.
Well it starts with being mindful
of your media consumption.
Okay.
It's easy to get sucked into that 2047 news cycle.
It is.
But it's important to step back
and curate your information intake.
So no more doom scrolling before bed?
Ideally.
Yeah.
Seriously.
Be selective about the sources you trust.
(13:48):
Okay.
Limit your exposure to negativity.
Right.
And make sure you're balancing out the heavy stuff.
Okay.
With content that inspires you.
Uplifts you.
Right.
Educates you.
Yeah that makes sense.
It's like we need to nourish our minds.
We do.
We need to have positive and empowering information.
Exactly.
Just like we need to nourish our bodies.
Right.
And eat healthy food.
Exactly.
(14:08):
We need a balanced diet.
Right.
But we also need a balanced media diet.
A balanced media diet.
Yes.
I like that.
Okay so we're being mindful of our media diet.
Right.
What else can we do to build mental resilience?
So we're being mindful of our media diet.
Yeah.
What else can we do to build that mental resilience?
Human connection is huge.
You know.
Oh yeah.
(14:29):
Cultivate a strong support system.
Okay.
People who share your values.
Who lift you up.
Yeah.
Who can offer a different perspective
when things feel overwhelming.
Right.
We're not meant to go through this alone.
It really does take a village.
It does.
And speaking of feeling empowered.
Yes.
I feel like that plays a big role in resilience too.
Absolutely.
When you feel like you have agency.
(14:51):
Like you can actually make a difference.
Right.
It gives you this sense of hope and purpose.
Yeah.
And that fuels resilience.
So even if we can't single-handedly topple
these massive global systems.
Right.
We can still focus on the things we can influence.
Exactly.
Like you said, starting local building skills.
(15:11):
Connecting with our communities.
Those small acts of resistance.
Yeah.
Those everyday choices we make.
Right.
They add up to something much bigger.
Yeah.
It's about the ripple effect.
You know.
Right.
Inspiring others, creating change.
Even if it's just in your own little corner of the world.
I think sometimes we get so caught up
in the scale of the problems.
(15:33):
Yeah.
It's easy to get discouraged.
That we forget about the power of small actions.
For sure.
But resilience isn't about being perfect.
OK.
Or never feeling fear or doubt.
Right.
It's about acknowledging those feelings.
Yeah.
Working through them and then choosing to move forward
anyway.
So it's like a muscle.
It is.
The more we practice resilience.
Yeah.
(15:53):
The stronger we become.
The stronger we become.
Exactly.
And just like any muscle.
OK.
It needs to be exercised regularly.
So how do we exercise our resilience muscle?
Well, I mean stepping outside your comfort zone.
OK.
Challenging your assumptions.
Even embracing discomfort as a chance to grow.
Oh, that's interesting.
Right.
(16:13):
Yeah.
Discomfort as a chance to grow.
My mind is officially blown.
That's what we aim for.
Yeah.
But seriously, this has been such an eye opening conversation.
It has.
We've gone from shadowy cabals to gardening
to mental fortitude.
Right.
It's amazing how interconnected it all is.
It really is.
Yeah.
It's like this whole web of systems and choices.
(16:35):
It is.
And ultimately, it comes down to taking responsibility.
Yeah.
For our own piece of that web.
Exactly.
And recognizing that we're all in this together.
We all have a role to play in creating a future.
Right.
That's more equitable, sustainable, and resilient.
Well said.
That's right.
So as we wrap up this deep dive into navigating
(16:57):
global systems, what's the one key takeaway
you want our listeners to remember?
The one key takeaway.
I think it's don't underestimate your own power.
OK.
Yes, these systems are vast and complex.
Yeah, they are.
But we're not just passive bystanders.
Right.
We have agency.
We have choices.
And we have the ability to make a difference,
(17:19):
both individually and collectively.
I love that.
Yeah.
It's so easy to feel helpless.
I know.
In the face of these global forces.
It really is.
But ultimately, we do have more power than we realize.
We absolutely do.
Well, on that empowering note.
I like it.
We'll leave you to ponder your own role
in this intricate global tapestry.
Yeah, think about it.
(17:40):
Remember, knowledge is power.
Absolutely.
Action is key.
Yes.
And resilience.
That's our superpower.
That's it.
Until next time, deep divers, keep exploring,
keep questioning, and keep building a better world
one mindful choice at a time.
Love it.
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