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Agree with how we use our consumption of resources but respectfully Graham 30 year ago + the fossil fuel industry knew exactly the impact it would have on the environment and it’s very well documented and researched so “We can make a shift without demonizing the burning of oil” I suggest reading The Climate War by E Mann. That said industry continues to post billions of profits every year yet the climate is in a right mess and they doing very little about changing their ways 😏 worth listening from 25mins in talks about fossil fuel industry

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1v89kajxhVEYgWHVgM4BKB?si=ZAsE5wurRmyywtftlkPb8A

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TY for being a voice in the wilderness. One could argue all day on such hot topics. Each through one's own confirmation bias. I do my best to support all assertions w well designed research. Denial, as they say, isn't just a river in Egypt. I've experienced many " doomsday" scenarios: hole in the ozone layer, killer bees, impending ice age, and the ever- present over population...Ha! That went over well here in Catholic South Louisiana! Pull back the curtain and there's always some little wizard w ulterior motives.

I recognize, applaud, and rejoice in this, your guidance to reframing the conversation. Can I shout any louder on this platform...YES...THIS IS THE WAY THROUGH. I believe, here, things coming together. Perfect time, platform to reach many, cultivate better way of thinking and communicating. This is how we cut through stuck rhetoric and entrenched loyalties. Let's move forward together - smarter, in open listening and learning. Live in the question.

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I'm very happy for you that you're living life properly, you're young, without financial obligations, so why not, I'm just saying that the fact that you can go into restaurants and shops again, and meet people is thanks to the fact that the majority of the population is vaccinated,♥️

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Mr Wardle

Your letter which I have just finished made me angry; I don't know if the world is turning upside down but I see the world is going badly and it is urgent to do something. It is not because 5 million people will do everything for ecology, not to waste, to sort waste that this will be enough. And the rest what does it do? You should send your letter to all our elected officials, those who govern us, those who constantly tell us to tighten our belts, that the world is going badly, that we have to save money, that the year 2023 is going to be very but for who ? Those who live on the street, those whose salary will not be enough to finish the end of the month.

Me, I don't fill myself up because I think I'm one of the privileged.

I live in the countryside, I do my organic garden, I sort correctly,

When I do my shopping I take my containers with me to have as little plastic as possible, so less bins knowing that here they are chargeable. And now I make my own cleaning products and my hygiene and beauty products. But how many people do it? In any case, I see that there is an emergency What are we going to leave our children and grandchildren frankly it scares me. In France, for fear of running out of electricity, our dear President decided to restart 13 nuclear power plants, most of which are dilapidated and under repair.

Isn't that unhappy? I'm sick of being told what to do if not we are punished, I believe that our leaders practice totalitarian politics. It's up to us. And yet I am against this system.

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Your words are so influential. Lots of things to think about. Living the most simplest life is my goal. Thank you for sharing.

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OMG ! You have a gift Graham. Your words inspire so many. What you say is so right. We can’t all live the way you suggest but we can all try to live a better, cleaner and more productive life. Your words are meaningful and make us think long and hard and outside of the box that we are often grouped into. You are such an intelligent, kind and thoughtful man. Thank you for your words of wisdom!

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The following quote was so good! “Dispell the lies and false beliefs that enslave you to an unsustainable life. Reject that which belittles your soul and true passions. Shed that which you seek to justify your past pain, and let go of what you think you must do in order to gain approval of others.“ I really like your depth and passion of thinking . I will meditate on this and thank you.

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Agree with all.It really makes you wonder how our world has gotten to the point of what you are saying.I am hopping that the rebirth will come soon.

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Graham you are so absolutely right. In today’s world it is so challenging just to have a conversation about the content in your writing. Continue your good work. The world needs more Graham Wardles. That way it would present more opportunities for a “rebirth.” Thank you and blessings and again Happy Birthday…🙏

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Hi Graham, Reframe, Rebirth...I came across this message this morning and realized I had not read it all the way through. I know, for a fact, there are no coincidences and reading it was a perfect way to begin a new day. Grateful that my Spirituality and Leader is so gracious with “do overs”

Or second and third chances that are too many to number. It is good to look back and see from where I have come, scabbed knees and all, stepping out of negative and grasping onto the positivity ahead in the name of Hope! We in this community, including you, are evolving, struggling at times. Today, I am grateful for those struggles for they have led me to a clearer understanding. Today, I honor all those affected or lost on 911. Today I honor all of us who are battling our own demons and have the courage to look for a new day, a new way. I wish for us all, grace, forgiveness, faith, hope and courage. Thank you Graham and thank you Community. Catch Fireflies and release the Love!

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Yes! Thanks Graham, I've been looking forward to when you would share your views on this. Love it and agree

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Love this. It expresses exactly how I am feeling. Thank you.

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Really appreciated your Attacking Versus Attracting section. Makes sense! Also enjoyed the podcast yesterday with Amber Marshall. Looking forward to following you on your path!

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You certainly have a gift with words.Really enjoyed the newsletter.Thank you ❤️🙏🏻

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I enjoyed reading "Rebirth". So many worries in our world today. Thank you Graham once again for encouraging us to ask what each of us can do to make our world better.

One thing I started to do after Covid is to look at people eye to eye and say Hello, Good Morning, Thank you, Open a door for someone, even a smile Sometimes they will smile back and sometimes nothing, Thats ok.

Hopefully it sparks a happy feeling in that person and they begin to pay it forward. Its is a very very small contribution on my part and know I'm not the only one who does this.

Have a great day! 😊 I appreciate this community very much and of course Graham's inspiration. 🙏

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Thank you Graham! You are amazing! 🙏🏻❤️

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