The world is a complex, interconnected, finite, ecological - social - psychological - economic system. We treat it as if it were not, as if it were divisible, separable, simple, and infinite. Our persistent, intractable global problems arise directly from this mismatch.
Donella MeadowsA good leader sets the right goals, gets things moving, and helps us to discover that we already know what to do.
Donella MeadowsThere are no separate systems. The world is a continuum. Where to draw a boundary around a system depends on the purpose of the discussion.
Donella MeadowsThe actions of my government are not bearable. They devastate our natural resources and deprive our people. The politicians speak piously while practicing greed and divisiveness; they care nothing for the nation. I want to do more than withdraw my support. I want to tar and feather them.
Donella Meadows