Growth? I think not…

Sagittarius 2010 This week I attended a lecture about economics – yes, I know – not really my topic – but the author of the book, Interdependent Economy: From Political Economy to Spiritual Economy, Liem Giok In, raised an interesting question. “Why is growth considered a good goal in economics and politics?” From her book:“It seems to be a forgotten …

Marketing your company and yourself

Sagittarius 2008 Jupiter, the planet and god that belongs to Sagittarius was a judge. He was an optimistic entrepreneur, always trying something new and fun, much to his wife Hera’s displeasure. He stood high up on Mount Olympus, as the boss god, and had a great overview of everything. So Saggis are generally good at judging things (in a positive …

Evidence based belief? Is science a religion?

Sagittarius 2007 Professor Richard Dawkins, Enemies of Reason: “In Ayurveda or clairvoyance, homeopathy or astrology, we’re confronted by those who deny evidence of the real world and instead bend reality around a dogmatic belief system handed down by tradition. Sceptical, rational enquiry is always the best approach. We don’t have to follow the herd and buy into trendy untested health …