David Ruffner

What direction to go?

I’ve had a variety of topics that I’ve done deep dives in over the past few years. It turns out all of these fields have ideas that could help society become more sustainable. To shift away from this unsustainable path, we need people who are not afraid to take a different approach to life.

What role can I play?

I aspire to contribute to these movements that together could help society transition to a thriving world with limited growth.

Why small groups?

I have personal projects that I really want to do but struggle to find the time for. I do a good amount of reading, listening, and watching about my interests but a lot less of the doing than I would like. It’s somewhat surprising too because a lot of my interests involve computers so it’s not like I need to buy expensive equipment.

Is this for you?

I’d love for others to join me in forming a group (or multiple groups). Here is how I pitch it: Making progress on creative work helps the soul. You probably will be in a better place in your other relationships, which will make life run more smoothly. Think of the groups as a self-directed graduate program/workshop. You won’t get a degree but you will learn and grow.