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It starts with me Catalyst Reflection
Therefore, it is now a good time to bring initiatives
forward. The public is more approachable,
and the younger generation understands the
issues at hand more clearly. The current social
setting in Finland is an important supporting
baseline, allowing more opportunities and enthusiasm
for grasping these issues, as opposed to
challenges. As a result, we feel we are pioneering
in catalysing sustainability, at least in some ways!
Other people and groups that work collectively
on these matters are helpful as external inspiration,
and the contextual environment can also be
a favourable factor. The GRLI people have always
been welcoming and inspirational through
shared commitment, interaction and activities.
Again, having a firm belief in what is right for
the future is fundamental, and makes it easier to
promote change.
My rule for ensuring personal resilience on this
journey is simple: it is more important to move
forward than to be the best. And maybe, through
genuine enthusiasm and the ability to recognise
opportunities and possibilities, others will be
inspired too. ■
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