Theme of the month ~ 07 2025
Story
From ancient myths to futuristic sci-fi, and from groundbreaking scientific discoveries that sound like science fiction, stories help us understand the world, connect with others, and inspire new ideas. great stories explore universal truths
At 71.life, we bring you stories of people and companies making a positive impact on our planet — and help you craft your own stories for Nature and the future
Whether in a myth, a movie or a true story, the ocean has always been a muse. Now the muse needs us — to protect her, to challenge the impossible and to create a healthy, sustainable future.
Stories
The ocean, the muse
Philip Hoare was afraid of the sea and did not want to go on whale watching boats. he had seen whales performing at sea parks and did not want to be part of it. but one day, he hopped on the boat. forty minutes later he saw a whale. that moment changed his life and started his life-long love and obsession with whales. in touch the moon, Hoare talks about his new book on William Blake and Blake’s revolutionary idea:
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Everything — humans, animals, nature — is equally deserving. It was radical in the 18th century, and just as meaningful now.
Woven through Hoare’s stories about the sea and whales, you'll hear stories about David Bowe and The Doors
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Poetry off the shelf: Touch the moon
Philip Hoare on William Blake, revolution, and swimming in the dark
Storytellers
Innovators creating what's next
Boyan Slat ~ The Ocean Cleanup
The largest ocean cleanup in history
Dr. Deborah Brosnan ~ Ocean Shot
"OceanShot is a first-of-its-kind initiative to restore coral reefs at scale—combining cutting-edge science, innovation, and powerful partnerships to secure coastal resilience, biodiversity, and blue economies in the climate era."
Storytelling
Great beginnings
Skip the boring bits
In 'Touch the moon' the interviewer asks Philip Hoare why in a book about William Blake, he doesn't talk about Blake until page 60 - and even then, not an introduction starting at the beginning of his life. why? Hoare says 'Because that's boring!'
Our brains are wired to pay attention only if it’s worth the energy. Make it worth it
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Beyond just being stewards of our stories, we can also be stewards of our solutions
Fenton Lutunatabua
Founder of Pacific Climate Warriors & Beyond the Narrative
Watch his TED talk:
The climate movement needs new stories, here's mine
ACT worksheets for you and them
