The great and rare mystics of the past . . . were, in fact, ahead of their time, and are still ahead of ours. In other words, they most definitely are not figures of the past. They are figures of the future.
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Conscious business.. business that is conscious of inner and outer worlds.. would therefore be business that takes into account body, mind, and spirit in self, culture, and nature. Put differently, conscious business would be mindful of the way that the spectrum of consciousness operates in the Big Three worlds of self and culture and nature.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Conscious business emphasizes awareness of internal and external factors that affect individuals, society, and the environment.
The quote by Ken Wilber highlights the concept of 'conscious business', which is a holistic approach to commerce that recognizes the interconnectedness between personal well-being, cultural dynamics, and environmental considerations. It suggests that businesses should not only focus on profits but also on fostering a deeper awareness of how their practices impact the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of individuals, communities, and the natural world.
Themes
Conscious BusinessAwarenessInner PeaceOuter WorldSelfCultureNature
In practice
Example use cases
In a corporate meeting, to emphasize the importance of ethical practices, one might say, 'We need to focus on conscious business strategies that account for our impact on society and the environment.'
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