Why Systems Change is So Hard: Daniel Schmachtenberger on Complexity, Leadership & Global Challenges

Why is Systems Change so Damn Hard? During his conversation at Small Giants Academy's 2024 Wisdom & Action Forum, Daniel Schmachtenberger, a leading systems thinker, explains why real change is so elusive. He breaks down how we've been conditioned to seek saviors—whether through leaders, technology, or divine intervention—when what we truly need is to learn how to think deeply, tackle complex problems ourselves, and sit in the discomfort of not knowing. Daniel explores the challenges of human coordination and the importance of staying committed to solutions, no matter how daunting the obstacles may seem. "I am wanting to serve something that is at risk of being harmed because I love it" Please note: This recording of Daniel Schmachtenberger is from a closed forum with audience participation, so we can only release small clips. We loved these wise words from Daniel so much that we wanted to share these beautiful insights with you. Thank you for your understanding. Find out more about Small Giants Academy here: https://www.smallgiants.com.au/ Find out more about the Wisdom & Action Forum here: https://www.wisdomandaction.com.au/ Find out more about Daniel Schmachtenberger's work here: https://civilizationemerging.com/