What If We're Still Inside the Paradigm We're Trying to Escape? episode artwork

EPISODE · Feb 14, 2026 · 16 MIN

What If We're Still Inside the Paradigm We're Trying to Escape?

from The 5Cs · host Charlene Norman

Continuing oue deep dive into the work of Richard David Hames, using his essay "The Mirror Cracks: Donald Trump and the American Psyche” as a lens to examine the foundational patterns driving both climate crisis and the broader malaise of modern capitalism, the episodes looks at the final three of Richard's six insights.  -The Epistemological Break-The Civilization Crisis-Nature as a ResourceYou may also find this 2018 talk illuminatingKey Takeaways for Leaders:Are we defending comfortable but flawed realities in our sustainability efforts?How can we shift from treating nature as a resource to honoring it as a living system?Recognize that climate action, democracy, and economic systems are deeply interconnected. Ready to benchmark your leadership impact? Take this 5-minute Stewardship Quiz and get a personalized report showing exactly where you rank - plus actionable strategies to elevate your performance.The 5Cs Podcast connects forward-thinking executives who are building sustainable competitive advantages while driving positive impact. Think of it as an exclusive network of leaders who understand that stewardship isn't just good ethics - it's good business.Connect with Charlene Norman on LinkedIn, find her at her website, subscribe to our Substack for strategic insights, or download the full series on Spotify and Apple.

The Mirror Series: Extraction, Complicity, and What We Build From Here Part Two into a deep dive of Richard David Hames’ essay, “The Mirror Cracks: Donald Trump and the American Psyche.”

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