Change is hard. We humans tend to stick with the status quo, even if it’s not ideal. Peer pressure, fear of the unknown, and our natural resistance to being proven wrong can all hold us back from making necessary changes. However, when the stakes are high enough, we’re forced to take action.
One way to overcome this resistance to change is by adopting a systems thinking approach. As Russell Ackoff explains in his video on the subject, we tend to departmentalize everything, which can lead to inefficiencies and missed opportunities. By understanding how all the different parts of a system are interconnected, we can work toward a more balanced and sustainable future.
Another key concept to consider is momentum. Like a train moving in one direction, it takes a significant amount of energy to stop and reverse course. Instead, we can use pivots to shift the direction of the system and move toward a more regenerative future. By doing so, change becomes an ever-present force, a natural part of how the world works.
In conclusion, while change can be hard, adopting a systems thinking approach and embracing momentum and pivots can help us move toward a more regenerative future. Let’s work together to make the changes that will lead to a more sustainable and resilient world.
