In order to change an existing paradigm you do not struggle to try and change the problematic model. You create a new model and make the old one obsolete.
Humanity is acquiring all the right technology for all the wrong reasons.
(Richard) Buckminster Fuller (1895-1983) was an American architect. His distinguished career allowed him to pursue other vocations such as philosopher, futurist, writer, and inventor. Fuller as born in Milton, Massachusetts.
Big Sky Buckeye 
change the problematic model
easier said than done
but worth the effort!
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Thank you Jan for adding your voice to Bucky’s thoughts. As I sit inside, dodging the heatwave outside, I think of how NASA found ways to transform the most common way into a whole new model.
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The second quote is so true, especially today. I have never seen so many people connected to devices and not connecting to each other. Restaurants are like one big cell phone auditorium.
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Vickie, your comment is laser-focused and so true. Time for forks up, phones down, and enjoying both good food and blessed conversation.
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