Welcome to another episode of "Stories Matter! Helping Leaders Transform Lives." In today's installment, we delve into the urgent topic of the culture of extraction with our guest, Mike Rabin, founder of the Corporate Purpose Project.

[Why This Is Important] Our planet is being treated like a personal ATM, with devastating consequences for our well-being and the health of our ecosystems. This culture of extraction, driven by capitalism, has led to the depletion of resources, destruction of forests, and pollution of our air and water. It's time to explore how leaders can use the power of story to reverse this harmful trend and embark on the path of regeneration.

[What You Need to Know] In this episode, we'll discuss the ways in which our current business practices contribute to the culture of extraction. We'll explore examples such as deforestation for wood, animal slaughter for meat, and the burning of fossil fuels for energy. These practices may be profitable, but they come at a high cost to our planet and future generations. It's crucial that we become systems literate and understand the interconnectedness of ecological systems, such as the Amazon rainforest, in maintaining climate balance.

[What You Need to Do] To regain the balance and heal the Earth, we need to listen to ecological experts and let them lead the way. It's not enough to simply be sustainable; we must strive for regenerative practices that actively contribute to the restoration of our natural systems. Stay tuned as we discuss concrete steps and examples of businesses that are already working towards this goal.

[TAKE ACTION] Are you ready to make a positive impact and become a leader in the movement for environmental regeneration? Join us as we explore the power of storytelling in transforming lives and creating a sustainable future. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and download our free checklist for crafting intentional stories that influence behavior and inspire results. Let's make our stories matter and drive change for a better world.

Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. Check out his LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/ 

Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel, Inc. Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/

Mike Rabin is Founder and Catalyst at The Corporate Purpose Project.

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