Jonathan Rowson is director of the Social Brain Centre at the Royal Society of Arts, a

Jonathan Rowson is director of the Social Brain Centre at the Royal Society of Arts, a writer, and a chess grandmaster It has been said that the problem with the word ‘spiritual’ is that it means too much to some people and too little to others.

While some see spirituality as a form of psychological depth, others see philosophical confusion or an unhelpful theological relic. Some see the best of religion, free of uncomfortable doctrine; others see a lack of discipline and a loss of institutional support, community and tradition. Some see the profit motive of capitalism exploiting our restless search for wellbeing, identity and experiences; others see a deep critique of materialism in all its forms.

Curt Lindberg, Chief Learning and Science Officer, Plexus Institute, shares insights into the role of complexity science and positive deviance in the 21st Century. Curt tells the

Curt Lindberg, Chief Learning and Science Officer, Plexus Institute, shares insights into the role of complexity science and positive deviance in the 21st Century. Curt tells the story of 'The Palmer Method" - a small creative action that lead to large positive change. By learning what is working now and making change, communities and organizations can align knowledge and resources to become resilient and sustainable. Learn about the Plexus Intitute and Open Source Economic Development.

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Hunter Lovins discusses the nest of issues surrounding sustainability and how these issues are forcing change whether we like it or not.  She emphasizes that there is now strong evidence that

Hunter Lovins discusses the nest of issues surrounding sustainability and how these issues are forcing change whether we like it or not.  She emphasizes that there is now strong evidence that the companies that are adopting sustainability practices and principles are out performing their competitors.

A very special performance by Dancing Earth Creations on Saturday evening, September 15, 2012 has been arranged as part of the