total population and are critical to this change. Their “mother mind” weaves the linear and circular, subjective and objec- tive, and is empathic and narrative-orient- ed. Solutions arise from such a mind in a form of unfolding levels of understanding, where the inner world is valued as much as the outer. This mind sees things as systemic,
rather than systematic, and in unifying constellations, rather than in disparity. This way of perceiving one wholeness and the networks within is vital to the creation of a whole new planetary society, where women and men are in full partnership in the handling of all affairs. In emphasiz- ing relatedness and ongoing connection, the best solution for all becomes one in which everyone benefits and is provided with a pathway to achieving his or her fullest potential.
How might we work together and support each other in this process? Create teaching and learning communi- ties where women can come together to discuss things that matter and develop themselves. It is critical for women to have such a place of deep meeting, deep meaning and deep becoming, where they can grow in body, mind and spirit. As a result of these rich meetings, women move forward to take on projects—what- ever seems most important, whether it’s a streetlight needed at a dark corner or creating a social action group.
In your experience, what have you identified as the first action that individual women can take to catalyze
progress? Wherever you are, take action now. Start a teaching and learning community. One of my students, a Samoan-American woman, started several such communities in her hometown. She went on to become the mayor of Burnsville, Minnesota. She didn’t stop there; today she serves as the president of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
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