How to Adapt to Financial Collapse

I asked ChatGPT to write something about how we should adapt to a financial collapse. Adapting to financial collapse requires a shift in mindset, lifestyle, and economic behaviour. The industrial system is built on money, credit, and large-scale supply chains. Survival and prosperity will depend on local resilience, resourcefulness, and social cooperation when those fail. …

If we study the problems outside the force-field of mythological beliefs, we find that there are no systemic solutions, there are only partial, local solutions.

By Charles Hugh SmithCopied with his permission Jan 13, 2025 The status quo rests on a foundational belief that all problems, regardless of their nature, can be solved by technology, the market or the government (i.e. the state), or some combination of these three. Which one is the paramount solution depends on the specifics of …

Top-down and Grassroots Mindsets

The mindsets of top-down (hierarchical) and grassroots (network-oriented) people often differ significantly, shaped by their positions, experiences, and priorities. Here’s a comparison: 1. Perspective and Focus Top-Down Mindset:Focused on the big picture, broader goals, and long-term strategies. They often prioritise efficiency, scalability, and control to achieve organisational or systemic objectives.Example: A government official designing a …

Localism and the Shrinking Economy: Reinterpreting the English Devolution White Paper

Growth evangelists note that the laws of physics don’t negotiate, nor does the rising Energy Cost of Energy.  As we navigate a shrinking economy, it’s time to admit that the “growth” party is over—someone just forgot to turn off the music. The English Devolution White Paper outlines a framework for empowering strategic authorities, driving investment, …

The Link between the Development of AI and the Health of UK People

Artificial intelligence (AI) development in the UK is closely linked to public health in multiple ways, encompassing both opportunities and risks. Below are the key aspects of this relationship: Opportunities: Challenges and Risks: Policy and Ethical Considerations: The UK government and NHS must address the following to maximize AI’s potential while safeguarding public health: The …

The UK Government’s Proposal to Use AI for Economic Growth: Challenges and Realities

The UK government has recently proposed to harness artificial intelligence (AI) as a key driver for economic growth. This ambition aligns with global trends, where nations view AI as a transformative tool capable of revolutionizing industries, improving efficiency, and unlocking new markets. However, the proposal raises critical questions about energy consumption, employment impacts, and the …

A Family-Led, Tax-Free Approach to Care: Eliminating Bureaucracy and Institutional Oversight

The growing care crisis needs a fresh solution—one that puts families firmly in control. By operating without institutional interference and avoiding taxes and bureaucracy, families can create a localised, cost-effective care model. This approach removes the need for Court of Protection appointed Deputies and frees up resources to pay for essential care services. Key Principles …

AI Team Leadership: A Post-Modern Idea

ChatGPT can be likened to an infinite-sized team led and prompted by a thinking human. The support and help of Team-ChatGPT bridges the gap between individual effort and collective achievement. Here’s an expanded perspective: In essence, ChatGPT functions as a modern reimagining of a team, blending the human traits of mentorship, collaboration, and guidance with …

Twilight of the Old Continent  The “European Garden” is withering

by Artem Kirpichenokby Copied from Caliber.Az26 December 2024 15:05 “We have built a garden. Everything works. It is the best combination of political freedom, economic prosperity and social cohesion that the humankind has been able to build,” proclaimed Josep Borrell, the then EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, in October 2022. His remark drew widespread …

New City may be Built on a Flood Plain

According to the Daily Telegraph, an area of Bedfordshire which has flooding problems is the site for a new city.   https://www.telegraph.co.uk/money/property/buying-selling/village-350000-person-city-flooding-hotspot/   Tempsford, a village in Bedfordshire, is being considered for a significant housing development that could transform it into a major city accommodating 350,000 residents. This proposal aligns with Labour’s initiative to establish …

Opt-Out Permits: A Tool for Decentralised Governance

This is impossible in the UK now.  Eventually, it may become necessary. In a rapidly evolving society, where the need for local adaptation increasingly challenges traditional regulation systems, opt-out permits offer a compelling solution. These permits allow individuals, communities, or organisations to opt out of certain formal regulations under specific conditions, fostering innovation and resilience …

Rising Wood Fuel Consumption Shows Limits of Energy Transition

byJohn Alexander Kemp https://jkempenergy.com/2024/12/11/rising-wood-fuel-consumption-shows-limits-of-energy-transition/ Wood and charcoal are among the most traditional sources of energy; they are usually presented as having been replaced by coal in the nineteenth century and then oil in the twentieth as part of the grand energy transition. Wood and other traditional biofuels accounted for just 6% of global primary energy …

The Perils of Extremes

The article, “The Perils of Extremes,” by Tim Morgan offers a thoughtful critique of modern economic and energy systems, emphasizing the risks inherent in polarized and unsustainable strategies. At its core, it highlights three interrelated issues: the overdependence on debt to sustain growth, the diminishing returns from energy resources, and the dangers of ideological rigidity …

The Fracturing of the Net Zero Consensus

Review Professor Sir Dieter Helm’s essay, The Fracturing of the Net Zero Consensus (October 2024), offers a critical perspective on the challenges and shortcomings of current net-zero strategies, particularly in the UK. He argues that the existing policies oversimplify the complexities of decarbonization and underestimate the associated costs, leading to a fragile consensus that risks …

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