Beyond Survival

Four essays in Beyond Survival examine essential resources for navigating crises, emphasizing survival, insight, perseverance, and hope for a transformative future.

In Beyond Survival, the author presents four insightful essays that delve into the essential resources required during and after the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as in any crisis. The essays emphasize the importance of survival, insight, perseverance, and hope, which serve as the foundation for embarking on a transformative journey. This moment is described as a pivotal time, with many recognizing that we are not merely experiencing an age of change, but rather a significant change of age.

The International Futures Forum (IFF) has long advocated for innovative approaches to address complex global challenges. The essays reflect on the notion that crises, such as the Covid-19 pandemic and the 2008 financial crash, can also present opportunities for change. However, the author cautions that mere wishing for change will not suffice, as the old systems remain resilient and may return even stronger. The critical question posed is how to ensure that the outcomes differ this time around.

The essays urge readers to make hope a tangible possibility rather than succumbing to despair. Graham Leicester's perspective highlights that hope is always achievable when rooted in action. The challenge lies in making hope convincing, thereby attracting the necessary resources to realize ambitious goals. Ultimately, Beyond Survival frames hope as a catalyst for recovery and renewal, encouraging readers to embrace a proactive approach to shaping a better future.