via John Evans’ LinkedIn post: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/john-evans-56815391_individual-difference-dimension-ugcPost-7279081224441139200-Nhvz/

pdf link:

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jason-Randle-2/publication/324005093_The_Development_and_Initial_Validation_of_the_Paradigm_of_Systems_Thinking_Development_and_Validation_of_Systems_Thinking/links/5ad3a10a458515c60f53b5ea/The-Development-and-Initial-Validation-of-the-Paradigm-of-Systems-Thinking-Development-and-Validation-of-Systems-Thinking.pdf?__cf_chl_tk=DZ4cm3QsWSMdVQmj43DeVQZfMnB9Itupw_EkHNLxchk-1746595743-1.0.1.1-5nRql7d15dbT5pOfhQjoSLHPsDyZ27zWHLEMHPQa1dA

Jason M. Randle, Mirella L. Stroink

First published: 25 March 2018

https://doi.org/10.1002/sres.2508

Citations: 32

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‘Systems thinking is a discipline for seeing wholes. It is a framework for seeing interrelationships rather than things, for seeing patterns of change rather than static “snapshots.” ’

–Peter Senge.

The current research examined the psychological construct of systems thinking alongside other established psychological constructs of intelligence, personality, cognitive complexity and creativity to distinguish systems thinking as an independent psychological construct. Across two studies, results suggest that, while systems thinking may overlap with some of these constructs, notably intelligence and cognitive complexity, these constructs did not fully explain obtained variance in systems thinking scores and suggest that systems thinking may indeed be a distinct, perhaps foundational, psychological construct that may exist as an individual difference dimension. This exploratory study discusses the theoretical implications of systems thinking as well as further psychometric validation of the Systems Thinking Scale. © 2018 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

The Development and Initial Validation of the Paradigm of Systems Thinking
Jason M. Randle, Mirella L. Stroink
First published: 25 March 2018 https://doi.org/10.1002/sres.2508Citations: 32
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‘Systems thinking is a discipline for seeing wholes. It is a framework for seeing interrelationships rather than things, for seeing patterns of change rather than static “snapshots.” ’

-Peter Senge.

The current research examined the psychological construct of systems thinking alongside other established psychological constructs of intelligence, personality, cognitive complexity and creativity to distinguish systems thinking as an independent psychological construct. Across two studies, results suggest that, while systems thinking may overlap with some of these constructs, notably intelligence and cognitive complexity, these constructs did not fully explain obtained variance in systems thinking scores and suggest that systems thinking may indeed be a distinct, perhaps foundational, psychological construct that may exist as an individual difference dimension. This exploratory study discusses the theoretical implications of systems thinking as well as further psychometric validation of the Systems Thinking Scale. © 2018 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

The Development and Initial Validation of the Paradigm of Systems Thinking – Randle – 2018 – Systems Research and Behavioral Science – Wiley Online Library

Nafeez M Ahmed

Creator of the Age of Transformation, a newsletter offering systems-thinking for the global phase-shift. Director, Unitas Futures Lab. Founder, System Shift Lab.

Table of Contents

1. Humans are not outside the earth system
2. Wake up: the system is changing
3. Giant leap?
4. Or widening gap?
5. Uncertain futures
6. System change
7. Member discussion

Superabundance is within reach. But ironically, the precondition to getting it is by giving it up. It sounds paradoxical, but this is actually the key to the next great leap in human evolution. I set this out with a rigorous scientific framework in my new paper on the Planetary Phase Shift.

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Superabundance is within reach. But ironically, the precondition to getting it is by giving it up. It sounds paradoxical, but this is actually the key to the next great leap in human evolution. I set this out with a rigorous scientific framework in my new paper on the Planetary Phase Shift.
20 DEC 2024 11 MIN READ

Superabundance is Coming – but Only if Humanity Commits to Protecting the Planet

Steering towards Agency and Resilience
in the Age of Alien Intelligence and Instability.

Manchester Business School, Manchester, UK
July 3rd – 5th 2025

Humans at risk?
Steering towards Agency and Resilience
in the Age of Alien Intelligence and Instability.
Manchester Business School, Manchester, UK
July 3rd – 5th 2025

Metaphorum Conference 2025 – Metaphorum

by Adam Walls (Author), John Flach (Author), Fred Voorhorst (Illustrator)

Introduced by Adam Walls’ LinkedIn post:

If you are interested to learn more about Systems thinking I have co-written a book for the curious. It’s an informal book with great pictures that takes you on a walk around Zurich with me and John as we discuss some core principles of Systems Thinking. I tell real stories of examples and John gives the academic background to the points. Our hope is it will introduce a whole new audience to a powerful way of thinking.

https://lnkd.in/eGJquN9S

Here is the free full book as a PDF if you prefer electronic versions.

https://lnkd.in/eTq7bM-M

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This week in systemic design

This week in systemic design

27 Mar 2025

Carola, Michael and Matvei will look at management cybernetics as a general framework to successfully implement lean management in several industries (construction, mechanical engineering & healthcare). Numerous lean transformation projects fail or do not achieve the desired performance and/or viability that is necessary for a sustainable implementation of lean management. However, there are some factors that support the successful implementation of lean management in day-to-day business. In the opinion of the authors, these include management cybernetics and, in particular, Stafford Beer’s viable system model (VSM) as a structuring element. The paper was published in our journal and the link is below: https://doi.org/10.58695/ec.12

Cybernetics Live on management cybernetics with Carola Ritzinger-Roll, Michael Frahm & Matvei Tobman – YouTube

[Honestly, I can’t think of anyone else who has such a well-developed, complexity-aware, thoroughly researched and detailed analysis and prescription for a large and important part of the US (and by implication world) system. If you know of any, let me know!]

Monday Feb 24, 2025

In this episode of the Strong Towns Podcast, Chuck explores the flawed nature of North America’s current “housing bargain,” where most neighborhoods are allowed to stay exactly the same as long as some neighborhoods — usually those that are poorer and have less political clout — are forced to radically change. He proposes a new way forward that respects cities as living and evolving systems.

America Needs a New Housing Bargain. Here’s Why.
Monday Feb 24, 2025

America Needs a New Housing Bargain. Here’s Why. | The Strong Towns Podcast

As per David Ing’s post on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/posts/daviding_timothy-fh-allen-president-of-international-activity-7325206437045895168-NeCe/ and blog post, linked below

Timothy F.H. Allen, president of International Society for the Systems Sciences 2008-2009, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his family, on May 1, 2025.

With his work on ecosystem ecology, I learned more about living systems than anyone else in the systems community. After his retirement, he was proud of putting together a reader, so that other could continue to learn.

Curtin, Charles G., and Timothy F. H. Allen, eds. 2018. Complex Ecology: Foundational Perspectives on Dynamic Approaches to Ecology and Conservation. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. https://lnkd.in/gxj8NKDt .

More details on news forwarded by Tom Brandner is reposted at https://lnkd.in/gN7Csbv2

Calling everyone in Ireland with a stake in ensuring a Green Just Transition that leaves no one behind. Due to some last minute cancellations, we have a few spots available on this valuable engaged workshop on 8 May in Dublin and encourage your participation!

email: joanodonnell@systemspractice.org to register or share with your networks.
***A FEW SPOTS LEFT*** Register now for 8 May

What will a Just Transition look like?
How will we know when we get there?

SCiO Ireland and Eurofound, the EU Agency for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions, are hosting a workshop on 8 May 2025 on the critical challenge of the Green Just Transition – specifically the complex dilemma facing policymakers who must address climate change while ensuring:
Fairness for vulnerable populations
Equitable economic opportunities
Sustainable development that leaves no one behind
We believe that effective evaluation approaches are crucial to designing and executing a truly Just Transition. We are therefore developing An Irish Case Study with European relevance.  The central question our project explores is: “If evaluators take the idea that no one should be left behind seriously, what would a just transition look like?”
This experiential process workshop forms a key part of a wider project. We will engage in a hands-on interactive process of inquiry to access collective group wisdom to access fresh insights for policymakers in Ireland and across the EU.  The methodology draws on systems thinking and Social Presencing Theatre, a methodology developed at MIT for embodied learning.
This workshop will provide learning and insights that will feed into a paper to document the process and outcomes of this workshop: the  abstract has been accepted  for a Special Edition of the European journal “Evaluation”.
Workshop Information

When: 8 May 2025
10.30am – 4pm
Where: in the offices of Eurofound: Eurofound, Wyattville Road, Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin, D18 KP65, Ireland
(Eurofound’s Conference Centre, downstairs, Meeting room CC2)
How to get there: Map and transport information | European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions
Format: Interactive systemic co-inquiry process
Participants: 20-30 representatives from government, local authorities, employer organizations, trade unions, civil society, and subject matter experts
Outcome: Insights that will directly inform our journal paper and provide valuable perspectives for evaluators, researchers, policymakers, and communities grappling with the challenges of the Green Just Transition. Participants in the process will gain insights from interaction with other perspectives and stakeholders.
To register email: joanodonnell@systemspractice.org

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[I don’t exactly know what to make of this…]

February 23

Buy Hexen 2.0 Tarot and the forthcoming Hexen 5.0 Tarot: https://cosmogenesis.world Preview Hexen 5.0’s: new images: https://www.suzannetre…

Direct podcast link: https://www.patreon.com/posts/cybernetic-hexen-122904873 (Patreon but free, also available on all podcatchers)

Hexen 2.0 – the cards themselves

https://www.suzannetreister.net/HEXEN2/TAROT_COL/HEXEN_2_TAROT.html

Hexen 2.0 overview

https://www.suzannetreister.net/HEXEN2/HEXEN_2.html

Hexen 5.0 (includes the likes of Donna Haraway)

https://www.suzannetreister.net/HEXEN_5/HEXEN5.html

Full 2.0 flip through and tarot