Many know John McKnight’s work on creating abundant communities and focusing on gifts. In this podcast with Mark Anielski, McKnight shares about what sparked his interest in researching assets instead of deficits. McKnight shares the three questions they urge local citizens to ask. It begins with what you have rather than what you need. Anielski, an economist and author, also shares about his well-being survey work and how financial success doesn’t equate higher levels of happiness. Listen:

In this podcast:

  • John’s university experience (2:23-4:17)
  • Three questions (12:55-17:41)
  • Perspective on poverty (21:00-23:12)
  • Money doesn’t buy happiness (23:40-25:05)
  • Digital distractions (38:23-40:00)

Quote from John McKnight:

“If you focus on needs you’re going to end up with institutions as the key actors, if you start with assets you’re going end up with citizens as the key actors. I think ABCD has grown for that reason.”

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