17 FEB 2025 · In this episode, Don MacPherson, researcher, futurist, and host of the 12 Geniuses podcast, joins Tegan Trovato to challenge the common narrative of decline and instead offer a data-backed perspective on human progress. Drawing from decades of research on leadership, workplace culture, and global trends, Don breaks down why looking at the bigger picture over time tells a far more hopeful story about our world. From advances in healthcare and technology to the rise of abundance and longevity, he makes the case for why humanity is on a positive trajectory—even if it doesn’t always feel that way. This episode is a must-listen for leaders, changemakers, and anyone ready to shift their mindset from fear to informed optimism. Tune in to discover how you can use a broader perspective to navigate uncertainty, lead with confidence, and embrace the opportunities ahead. Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.brightarrowcoaching.com/reframing-the-future-a-data-backed-look-at-human-potential/ Links & Mentioned Resources https://www.12geniuses.com/ https://www.12geniuses.com/s12-trends https://www.homeathome.us/ https://lifespanbook.com/ https://www.ynharari.com/book/sapiens-2/ https://www.t2pri.org/the-future-leaders-academy/ https://viktorfranklamerica.com/viktor-frankl-books/ https://stevenpinker.com/publications/enlightenment-now-case-reason-science-humanism-and-progress https://whatweowethefuture.com/ Connect with Don: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donmacpherson/ Connect with Tegan: https://www.brightarrowcoaching.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachtegan/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/bright-arrow/