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Be the Change in a Messed up World with Rob Greenfield

“Live simply so that others may simply live” – attributed to Gandhi

To ensure the wellbeing of people and planet, in the present and in the future, it is crucial that the more fortunate learn to live more simply. Gandhi said that the world has enough for everyone's need, but not for everyone’s greed, so we must all begin to live lightly on the Earth.

This talk is part of a trilogy of events that will unpack how we can simplify our lives for our own health and happiness and that of others and the natural world around us. Explore how you can make a difference, with inspiration and practical advice from inspiring speakers:

31 March 7:30–9:00pm BST – Julia Hobsbawm: Reclaiming Simplicity in a Complex World

7 April 7:30–9:00pm BST – Satish Kumar: Simplicity, Sustainability and Society

14 April 7:30–9:00pm BST – Rob Greenfield: Be the Change in a Messed-up World

This is a series of Zoom webinars with interactive Q&A sessions. If you would like to submit a question before the event, please email events@resurgence.org

Tickets to attend all three talks are just £16. Book Living Simply Series - A Trilogy of Talks
Tickets for individual talks are £6.50.

Speakers:

Julia Hobsbawm is an acclaimed entrepreneur and author who put the concept of social health – connected behaviour as a form of wellbeing and productivity – on the map. She has addressed global audiences on the subject, from major corporations in the UK, US, Europe and Asia, to institutions from the OECD, to talking directly to the World Health Organization about changing its definition of health to accommodate social health. She is a columnist for strategy+business magazine, editor-at-large for Arianna Huffington's wellbeing portal Thrive Global, and a contributor to The British Academy's Future of the Corporation programme. Julia is the author of ‘The Simplicity Principle’.

Satish Kumar is an internationally acclaimed speaker, author and editor. A former Jain monk and long-term peace and environment activist, he has been quietly setting the global agenda for change for over 50 years. Satish is founder of The Resurgence Trust, an educational charity (no. 1120414) that promotes ecological regeneration, social justice and spiritual fulfilment. He edited Resurgence magazine for 43 years and is currently editor emeritus at Resurgence & Ecologist. He is the author of many books, including ‘Elegant Simplicity’. You can find his books here.

Rob Greenfield is an activist and humanitarian dedicated to leading the way to a more regenerative and just world. He embarks on extreme projects to bring attention to important global issues and inspire positive change. He cycled across the US three times on a bamboo bicycle, bearing his message of regeneration and Earth-friendly living. Rob’s life is an embodiment of the philosophy that we should be the change we wish to see in the world. He believes that our actions really do matter and that as individuals and communities we have the power to improve the world around us. Rob donates 100% of his media income to grassroots nonprofits and has committed to living simply and responsibly for life. His work has been covered by media worldwide, including National Geographic, and he has been named “The Robin Hood of modern times” by France 2 TV. He is the author of ‘Dude Making a Difference’. www.robgreenfield.org

This event will raise money for The Resurgence Trust, an educational charity (no. 1120414).

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