S4-Ep7: How Would We Lead if We Believed Humans Were a Peaceful Species?

Guest: Mike Hardy

During this conversation, we talk about peacefulness – and leading toward an increased level of peacefulness. We explore the idea as humans as a peaceful species – and his search for communities that are already peaceful to emulate. We talk about a broad range of topics focusing on living in turbulent times and Mike’s reflections cultivated from a very successful career working across the globe. 1. We are defined by our self-awareness and our connection with others. We must be able to shift our selves and cultures as the world changes. 2. If we are not adapting our world view, we want to move to the past because that is what we know and where we think we will feel safer. Now, we must address the anxieties people face. 3. How do we identify places that are peaceful and replicate them rather than "fixing" or making peace? He wraps the conversation up with Mike's recommendations for what every leader needs to cultivate to promote peacefulness in their lives and work.