To be wealthy and honored in an unjust society is a disgrace. — Confucius
Il est possible de quitter le Capitalisme et l’Économie de l’attention pour aller vers une Société aimante qui comprend l’Interdépendance des choses. Faisant cela, nous pourrions créer une Économie éthique, qui minimise l’exploitation et maximise le Bonheur.
ethical behavior is behavior that gets the maximum possible benefit from the available resources, also taking into account their development, so that overall well-being may continue into the future in the best way. To achieve this goal, it is necessary to minimize wastage, which means adopting regulations that barely exist in the current form of capitalism, where profit justifies waste and exploitation. The dependence of ethics on the availability of resources prevents it from being translated directly into an economic theory; it can only indicate the limits to be respected. — Source
Exploration des alternatives au capitalisme en 2025
This video, by green living and money coach Laura, likens capitalism to a “cruel and narcissistic boyfriend” that promises security but ultimately isolates and manipulates. It proposes strategies to “break up” with capitalism, not by rejecting modern life entirely, but by redefining success and security on one’s own terms to live with greater connection, integrity, and resilience.
Here are the key steps to lessen capitalism’s grip:
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Let Go of the American Dream: Reject the consumerist “earn, spend, repeat” cycle of working a good job to buy products. This dream often leads to burnout, depression, and a lack of purpose.
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Be Open to Alternative Ways of Thinking: Challenge the notion that the American Dream or poverty are the only two options. Explore “eco-conscious and alternative approaches” like solar punk and permaculture to design more fulfilling and financially resilient lives, better prepared for climate change and other challenges.
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Redefine Rich: Shift your understanding of wealth beyond just money. Identify what truly makes your life feel rich (e.g., time with loved ones, community, nature, skills) and cultivate those non-monetary forms of capital. The speaker’s experience in Poland, where people had less money but richer lives, is cited as an inspiration.
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Participate in Ways That Bring About a New Economic Model: Move from a “conventional personal economy” (money flowing out to corporations) to a regenerative personal economy. This involves prioritizing catching and storing financial and non-monetary wealth within your own personal economy and community, rather than leaking it to Wall Street.
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Embrace Your Awesomeness: Combat low self-esteem that drives conspicuous consumption. When you understand your true passions and worth, you’ll feel less compelled to buy things to impress others, thus diverting money from destructive corporations and freeing yourself to contribute to a “post-capitalist future.”
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Tune in to What Makes You Feel Resilient: In an unpredictable world, true resilience comes not from bank balances but from the support of loved ones, honed skills, and resourceful ways of meeting needs beyond money. Build your own DIY safety net of community and practical abilities.
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Harness Luck, Hope, and Optimism: These are not just emotions but evidence-based tools for resilience. Luck involves noticing opportunities and transforming setbacks. Hope is the belief in meaningful action to improve circumstances. Optimism fuels motivation and reduces stress.
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Accept Some Inconvenience, Discomfort, and Difficulty: Reject society’s relentless pursuit of instant gratification and effortless living, which fuels capitalist exploitation. Embrace effort, slow down, and rediscover the value of craftsmanship and community to cultivate deeper well-being.
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Shift from Consumption to Production: Instead of always buying solutions, find ways to produce your own (e.g., growing food, making DIY products, repairing items). This reduces reliance on the system.
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Shift from Consumption to Connection: Counter capitalism’s transactional nature by fostering mutual aid and sharing resources within your community. This taps into collective wealth and creates circular abundance.
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Seek Out Patches of Aliveness: Explore “gray fuzzy areas” within legal systems and bureaucracies (a term by Janelle Orsy) to push boundaries and experiment with regenerative, “solar punk,” and post-capitalist solutions. An example is the rainwater harvesting curb cuts in Tucson that started pre-legally and eventually became incentivized.
In conclusion, breaking up with capitalism is about reclaiming personal power, redefining values, and building a life rooted in connection, purpose, and true wealth through small acts of resistance and community-centered living.
La France est beaucoup plus éthique que les USA en 2025
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