Active Hope with Joanna Macy
The challenges we face in the 21st century are not easy to hold. With the breakdown of environmental, political, and economic systems, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with grief and despair. To do regenerative work, though, it is imperative to strengthen our capacity to face this crisis so that we can respond with unexpected resilience and creative power. That is the gift that Joanna Macy and Chris Johnstone share with the world in their book “Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We’re In Without Going Crazy.”
Joanna Macy and Chris Johnstone
At the heart of this book is the idea that Active Hope is something we do rather than have. It involves being clear what we hope for and then playing our role in the process of moving that way. The journey of finding, and offering, our unique contribution to the Great Turning helps us to discover new strengths, open to a wider network of allies and experience a deepening of our aliveness. When our responses are guided by the intention to act for the healing of our world, the mess we’re in not only becomes easier to face, our lives also become more meaningful and satisfying.
This book is essential for anyone passionate about regeneration. Macy, with her deep insights into Buddhism and systems theory, offers a transformative guide for turning despair into constructive action.
The book's concept of "Work That Reconnects" helps sustain motivation in the face of environmental and social challenges. It emphasizes our interconnectedness, reinforcing that our efforts are part of a greater whole. "Active Hope" is more than just a book; it's a companion providing practical advice and emotional support, making it a vital tool for anyone dedicated to creating a sustainable and regenerative future.
