35. Business does NOT equal capitalism: a guide for reclaiming commerce

Capitalism is so entrenched in our world, it's hard to think of business, money, and wealth outside of it. And yet, capitalism is extremely new to human history — even the history of human commerce.Commerce that connected and enriched humanity, as opposed to exploit and extract, has existed for thousands of years before capitalism. And it's time for us to reclaim and re-create what commerce can look like.Listen to hear more about:What sophisticated human commerce looked like for thousands of years before capitalism existedThe shocking historical event that changed everything overnight (that they didn't teach me about in school)Why capitalism literally cannot stop — it's not a choice, it's built into the systemFive key ideas that will point you toward participating in alternative liberatory forms of commerceThis conversation is deep and rigorous, and it matters. If you've ever felt conflicted about doing business in our current system, this episode will change how you see everything, and offer you a viable path forward.———I’m Simone Grace Seol. Let me help you build community care, social responsibility, and spirituality into every part of your business.📩 My emails — my most intimate writing, sent in real time: simonegraceseol.com/get-emails📷 Instagram — @simone.grace.seol