Applied Spirituality and Sustainable Development Policy

The book Applied Spirituality and Sustainable Development Policy offers a new model of sustainable development that includes social and environmental development and inner transformation of human beings. It draws on spiritual gems from major religions and root-cause analyses of sustainable development policy challenges, and emphasizes the need for leaders to understand their spiritual nature to be authentic and transformative.

Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 14 December 2023
Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited

The root of numerous global challenges lies in our disconnection from ourselves, our fellow humans, other beings, and our planet. We have consistently failed to acknowledge the inner consciousness that guides our relationships and decisions, an awareness that holds the potential to pave the way for humanity's quest to establish a more sustainable civilization.

Applied Spirituality and Sustainable Development Policy presents a groundbreaking model of sustainable development that goes beyond mere economic growth and GDP. It encompasses and prioritizes social and environmental development, as well as the inner transformation of individuals. This comprehensive approach draws from diverse fields, including physics, public policy, and the spiritual wisdom found in major religions such as Indic and Buddhist philosophy.

In this enlightening book, 18 pioneering authors delve into profound topics such as:

A compilation of the spiritual insights found at the heart of the world's major religions, including Indic and Buddhist philosophy.

In-depth root-cause analyses of critical sustainable development policy challenges, including climate change.

Exploring the connections between spirituality and law, and how our legal frameworks can reflect these values.

Highlighting the importance of leaders understanding their spiritual nature to become authentic and transformative in their leadership styles.

Recognizing the global need for healing, this book rejuvenates our understanding of development and fosters our innate spirituality. It challenges us to shift our collective mindset from one of scarcity to one of abundance, fostering a harmonious relationship between humanity and our planet.

By embracing Applied Spirituality and Sustainable Development Policy, we embark on a transformative journey toward a more sustainable and harmonious future for all. Let us reconnect with our inner selves, our fellow humans, and the natural world, and work together to create a world that is based on compassion, empathy, and respect for all living beings.

Weight: 550g
Dimension: 160 x 237 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781837533817