Intergenerational Empathy

Consider the impact on future generations

Empathy Future Generations Decision Making

Problem it solves

limiting beliefs

Best for

Individuals and organizations seeking to make a positive impact on the world

Not ideal for

Those who struggle with considering the long-term consequences of their actions

Overview

Why this framework exists

Intergenerational Empathy involves considering the impact of your decisions on future generations. This framework helps individuals and organizations make more informed, sustainable decisions that take into account the needs and well-being of those who will come after us.

Core principles

3 total

Consider the impact of your decisions on future generations
Take a long-term perspective when making decisions
Prioritize sustainability and the well-being of future generations

Steps

3 steps

Reflect on the impact of your decisions
Take time to reflect on the potential impact of your decisions on future generations. Consider the short-term and long-term consequences of your actions.
Pro tipUse a decision-making framework to help guide your reflection
WarningBe cautious not to get caught up in short-term thinking or immediate gratification
Consider multiple perspectives
Seek out diverse perspectives and consider the needs and well-being of different stakeholders, including future generations.
Pro tipUse a stakeholder analysis framework to help guide your consideration
WarningAvoid prioritizing the interests of one group over others
Make informed, sustainable decisions
Based on your reflection and consideration of multiple perspectives, make informed, sustainable decisions that prioritize the well-being of future generations.
Pro tipUse a decision-making framework to help guide your decision-making
WarningBe cautious not to compromise the well-being of future generations for short-term gains

Checklist

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Have I considered the impact of my decisions on future generations?
Have I taken a long-term perspective when making decisions?
Do I prioritize sustainability and the well-being of future generations?
Am I regularly reviewing and adjusting my decisions as needed?

Examples

1 cases

Ari Wallach's work on climate change

Ari Wallach has worked on climate change issues, and has emphasized the importance of considering the impact of our decisions on future generations. He has developed tools and techniques to help individuals and organizations make more informed, sustainable decisions.

OutcomeAri Wallach's work has helped raise awareness about the importance of intergenerational empathy and sustainable decision-making.

Common mistakes

2 traps

Focusing too much on short-term gains

When making decisions, it's easy to prioritize short-term gains over long-term sustainability. However, this can have negative consequences for future generations.

Not considering multiple perspectives

If you don't consider multiple perspectives, you may not fully understand the impact of your decisions on different stakeholders, including future generations.

Origin story

How this framework came to be

Ari Wallach introduced the concept of intergenerational empathy as a key component of his work on creating a better future. He has emphasized the importance of considering the impact of our decisions on future generations, and has developed tools and techniques to help individuals and organizations do so.

Source

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Source · PODCAST

Create Your Ideal Future Using Science-Based Protocols | Ari Wallach

Andrew Huberman · 2024

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