Facing the Metacrisis: Collective Awakening and Sustainable Futures

In this engaging episode, we sit down with sustainability expert Benjamin Casteillo to explore the concept of the global “polycrisis” and “metacrisis,” delving into how interconnected crises challenge our current approaches to problem-solving. Benjamin explains why tackling these issues in isolation falls short and advocates for a systemic, transdisciplinary shift toward sustainable living. As the founder of New World Together, Benjamin is dedicated to raising awareness of unconscious behaviors driving self-destructive patterns, emphasizing the importance of addressing collective trauma. Throughout the discussion, we examine how primal survival instincts shape socio-political dynamics and influence today’s global challenges. This conversation is a powerful call for a shift in human consciousness and highlights the tools—such as workshops, conferences, and collaboration—needed to ignite sustainable global change. 00:00 Introduction to the Polycrisis 00:59 Meet Benjamin Casteillo: A Sustainability Expert 02:28 The Concept of New World Together 05:28 Understanding the Meta Crisis 08:22 The Role of Primal Survival Instincts 10:58 The Impact of Technology and Consciousness 23:47 Collective Trauma and Global Challenges 35:33 The Need for a Global Regenerative Movement 36:03 The Problem with Silos 36:49 Understanding Collective Traumas 38:36 The Four Archetypes of Trauma 41:53 Healing and Reconnecting 48:18 Personal Journey and Career Shift 51:42 Current Work and Future Plans 56:38 Collaborations and Offerings 01:00:27 Call to Action and Final Thoughts Find out more: https://newworldtogether.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-casteillo/ https://www.facebook.com/benjamin.casteillo