S05E06: Rethinking Our Values: Indigenous Values for a Sustainable Future

Mapping the Doctrine of Discovery

This episode explores the vital need for a value change rooted in indigenous perspectives, particularly the teachings of the Haudenosaunee. Listeners are invited to reflect on how our current monetary-driven worldview is unsustainable and how adopting a more relational and respectful way of interacting with the Earth can pave the way for a more sustainable future.

Themes
• Discussion of the urgency of changing our economic values
• Insights from the Haudenosaunee about the interconnectedness of life
• Historical context of the "Basic Call to Consciousness"
• Exploration of leadership through indigenous philosophies
• Introduction of the Rights of Nature movement
• Presentation of the Universal Declaration of the Rights of Mother Earth
• Importance of decolonizing narratives and changing perspectives
• Emphasis on our responsibility and connection to the Earth
• Reflection on the positive potential in adopting indigenous values
If you liked this episode, please check out our website at podcastdoctrineofdiscovery.org for more information and, if you like this episode, review it on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Support the show

View the transcript and show notes at podcast.doctrineofdiscovery.org. Learn more about the Doctrine of Discovery on our site DoctrineofDiscovery.org.

Chapters

1. S05E06: Rethinking Our Values: Indigenous Values for a Sustainable Future (00:00:00)

2. Valuing the Earth for Survival (00:00:07)

3. Value Change for Survival (00:20:00)

4. Survival in an Era of Change (00:28:16)

5. Rights of Nature and Value Change (00:41:55)