Chapter 11 A Magical Formula

Law of Supply and Demand

True Need (Demand) + Wise Love (Proportional Supply) + Magnetic Power (of a Desirable Idea) = Money Made Available for Service

This formula presents a fascinating and philosophical perspective on the creation and flow of money, tying it to deeper principles of human need, intention, and attraction. Let us break it down in the context of economics and the broader conversation about money and wealth creation.

11.1 True Need

  • Explanation: This represents the genuine demand for goods, services, or solutions that fulfill a real need in society. True need is the foundation of economic activity, as it drives the desire for exchange and production.
  • Economic Context: In traditional economics, demand is the willingness and ability of consumers to purchase goods or services. However, “true need” suggests a focus on essential or meaningful demand, rather than artificial or manufactured desires.
  • Relevance: In both a Government-Issued, Debt-Free Currency system and a Socialized Economy, identifying and addressing true needs is critical. For example:
    • A debt-free currency system could prioritize funding for public goods that meet societal needs (e.g., healthcare, education).
    • A socialized economy often seeks to ensure that basic needs are met for all citizens, regardless of market demand.

11.2 Wise Love

  • Explanation: This refers to the thoughtful and intentional provision of resources to meet true needs. “Wise love” implies a balance—providing enough to meet the need without excess or waste.
  • Economic Context: Proportional supply aligns with the principle of efficient resource allocation. In economics, supply should ideally match demand to avoid shortages or surpluses.
  • Relevance:
    • In a debt-free currency system, wise love could manifest as careful management of the money supply to fund projects that serve the public good without causing inflation.
    • In a socialized economy, it could mean ensuring that resources are distributed equitably and sustainably, avoiding overproduction or underutilization.

11.3 Magnetic Power

  • Explanation: This represents the ability of an idea, product, or service to attract attention, interest, and support. It’s the “pull” factor that makes something desirable and inspires action.
  • Economic Context: In market economies, this is akin to consumer preference or the appeal of innovation. A desirable idea can create demand and drive economic activity.
  • Relevance:
    • In a debt-free currency system, magnetic power could be the vision or purpose behind government spending—such as a compelling infrastructure project or a transformative social program.
    • In a socialized economy, it could be the shared vision of a better society that motivates collective action and support for public initiatives.

11.4 Money for Service

  • Explanation: This is the outcome of aligning true need, wise love, and magnetic power. When these elements come together, money flows naturally to support meaningful and impactful activities.
  • Economic Context: This aligns with the idea that money is a tool or medium for facilitating the exchange of value. It becomes “available for service” when it is directed toward productive and purposeful uses.
  • Relevance:
    • In a debt-free currency system, money is created and allocated to serve societal needs, guided by principles of fairness and sustainability.
    • In a socialized economy, money is often redistributed or allocated by the government to ensure that essential services are funded and accessible to all.

This formula suggests that money is not just a neutral medium of exchange but a reflection of deeper principles:

  • True Need ensures that economic activity is grounded in purpose and meaning.
  • Wise Love ensures that resources are allocated thoughtfully and responsibly.
  • Magnetic Power ensures that ideas and initiatives inspire action and engagement.

When these elements are in harmony, money becomes a force for good, enabling service and contributing to the well-being of society.

In summary, this formula offers a profound way to think about money, moving beyond traditional economic models to incorporate values like love, purpose, and inspiration. It resonates with both Government-Issued, Debt-Free Currency systems and Socialized Economies, as both aim to align money with societal needs and values. By focusing on true need, wise love, and magnetic power, we can create a more equitable and sustainable economic system where money serves humanity, rather than the other way around.

11.5 Community Service Projects

Reframing the formula with examples of community service projects to show how it can guide impactful initiatives and their promotion

True Need

  • Application to Community Service: Identify the genuine needs of the community you aim to serve. This ensures your project is meaningful and addresses real issues.
    • How to Apply:
      • Conduct surveys, host town hall meetings, or collaborate with local organizations to understand the community’s challenges.
      • Focus on needs that are urgent or underserved, such as food insecurity, education gaps, or environmental concerns.
    • Example: A community identifies a lack of access to fresh produce in a local food desert. The true need is affordable, healthy food options.

Wise Love

  • Application to Community Service: Provide resources and solutions that are thoughtful, balanced, and sustainable. Avoid overextending resources or creating dependency.
    • How to Apply:
      • Design a project that matches the scale of the need and uses resources efficiently.
      • Ensure the solution is sustainable and empowers the community to maintain it over time.
    • Example: To address the food desert, a community garden project is launched. Volunteers grow fresh produce, and the garden is designed to be self-sustaining with workshops teaching residents how to grow their own food.

Magnetic Power

  • Application to Community Service: Create a compelling vision or story that inspires people to get involved and support the project. This is the “pull” factor that attracts volunteers, donors, and participants.
    • How to Apply:
      • Use storytelling to highlight the impact of the project on real people in the community.
      • Leverage social media, local events, and partnerships to spread the word and build excitement.
    • Example: The community garden project is branded as “Grow Together,” emphasizing unity and health. Stories of families benefiting from fresh produce are shared on social media, and local schools are invited to participate in planting days.

Money for Service

  • Application to Community Service: When the need, supply, and magnetic power align, funding and resources naturally flow to support the project. People are willing to contribute because they see the value and impact.
    • How to Apply:
      • Make it easy for people to donate, volunteer, or participate. Show transparency in how funds and resources are used.
      • Highlight the tangible outcomes of the project to build trust and encourage ongoing support.
    • Example: The “Grow Together” project launches a crowdfunding campaign, offering donors the chance to sponsor garden plots or tools. Local businesses contribute by donating seeds and equipment, and volunteers sign up to help with planting and maintenance.

11.6 Practical Example

A community service project using the formula:

  1. Identify the True Need:

    • A neighborhood struggles with high rates of youth unemployment. The true need is job training and career opportunities for young people.

  2. Provide Proportional Supply (Wise Love):

    • A local nonprofit creates a job skills workshop program that teaches resume writing, interview skills, and basic technical skills. The program is designed to serve 50 participants per session, ensuring quality and attention to each individual.

  3. Create Magnetic Power:

    • The program is branded as “Future Builders,” with a tagline like “Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders.” Success stories from past participants are shared, showing how the program helped them secure jobs. Local businesses are invited to partner by offering internships or mentorships.

  4. Facilitate Money Made Available for Service:

    • A fundraising event is held, featuring testimonials from participants and a showcase of their work. Grants are secured from local government and businesses, and a donation page is set up online. The community sees the value of the program and contributes generously.

11.7 Other Community Service Examples

Example 1: Environmental Cleanup Project

  • True Need: A local river is polluted, affecting wildlife and the community’s health.
  • Wise Love: Organize monthly cleanup events with volunteers and provide proper waste disposal training.
  • Magnetic Power: Brand the project as “Clean Streams, Bright Futures” and share before-and-after photos of the river to inspire action.
  • Money Made Available for Service: Partner with local businesses for sponsorships and apply for environmental grants to fund supplies like gloves, trash bags, and recycling bins.

Example 2: Literacy Program for Children

  • True Need: Many children in the community lack access to books and reading support.
  • Wise Love: Create a mobile library that visits underserved neighborhoods and hosts weekly reading sessions.
  • Magnetic Power: Name the program “Books on Wheels” and share stories of children discovering the joy of reading. Partner with schools and libraries to spread the word.
  • Money Made Available for Service: Host a book drive, secure donations from publishers, and run a crowdfunding campaign to maintain the mobile library.

Example 3: Homeless Shelter Support

  • True Need: A local homeless shelter struggles to provide enough meals and supplies for its residents.
  • Wise Love: Organize a meal donation program where community members can contribute food or funds. Offer workshops to help residents with job applications and housing searches.
  • Magnetic Power: Brand the initiative as “Homeward Bound” and share stories of residents who have successfully transitioned to stable housing.
  • Money Made Available for Service: Partner with local restaurants and grocery stores for food donations, and host a charity event to raise funds for the shelter.

11.8 Why This Formula Works for Community Service

  • Focus on Real Impact: By addressing true needs, the project creates meaningful change in the community.
  • Efficient Use of Resources: Proportional supply ensures that resources are used wisely and sustainably.
  • Inspiration and Engagement: Magnetic power attracts volunteers, donors, and participants, building momentum and support.
  • Sustainable Funding: When people see the value and impact of the project, they are more likely to contribute financially or in-kind.

In summary, this formula provides a clear and actionable framework for designing and promoting community service projects. By aligning true need, wise love, and magnetic power, you can create initiatives that not only address pressing issues but also inspire people to contribute their time, money, and energy to make a difference.

11.9 A Relativistic Correction

To incorporate a “relativistic correction” into the formula that accounts for the motivations of individuals or groups driven by self-interest (as opposed to goodwill), we can introduce a “Fear-Based Catalyst” or “Self-Interest Factor” as an adjustment. This factor would reflect the principle that, for some, action is motivated not by altruism but by the perception of personal risk or benefit.

11.9.1 Adjusted Formula

True Need (Demand) + Wise Love (Proportional Supply) + Magnetic Power (of a Desirable Idea) + Fear-Based Catalyst (Self-Interest Factor) = Money Made Available for Service

11.9.2 Explanation of the Fear-Based Catalyst (Self-Interest Factor)

  1. What It Represents:

    • This factor acknowledges that, for some individuals or groups, the motivation to act (or fund) arises not from goodwill but from a perceived threat to their own well-being, security, or interests.
    • It aligns with Dr. William H. Foege’s principle that the wealthy may act when they fear that unmet needs of the poor could destabilize their own comfort or safety.

  2. How It Works:

    • The Fear-Based Catalyst introduces a psychological or emotional motivator that compels action. This could include:
      • Fear of social unrest or instability.
      • Fear of reputational damage (e.g., being seen as uncaring or selfish).
      • Fear of economic consequences (e.g., loss of markets, workforce instability).
    • It transforms self-interest into a driver for funding or support, even if the underlying motivation is not altruistic.

  3. Why It’s Relativistic:

    • Just as Einstein’s relativistic corrections apply under specific conditions (e.g., high velocities), this adjustment applies to audiences whose motivations are rooted in self-interest rather than goodwill. It’s a situational factor that modifies the formula based on the audience’s mindset.

11.9.3 Practical Application of the Adjusted Formula

11.9.3.1 Identifying the Fear-Based Catalyst

  • Understand what specific fears or self-interests might motivate the audience. For example:
    • Wealthy individuals or corporations: Fear of economic instability, loss of social status, or reputational harm.
    • Governments or policymakers: Fear of political unrest, public backlash, or loss of power.
    • Local communities: Fear of environmental degradation, crime, or health crises.

11.9.3.2 Framing the Message

  • Present the True Need in a way that highlights how inaction could negatively impact the audience’s self-interest. For example:
    • Economic Argument: “Investing in education for underserved communities creates a skilled workforce that benefits the economy.”
    • Social Stability Argument: “Addressing poverty reduces crime and creates safer communities for everyone.”
    • Reputational Argument: “Supporting this cause demonstrates leadership and commitment to social responsibility.”

11.9.3.3 Balancing Fear with Hope

  • While the Fear-Based Catalyst introduces urgency, it’s important to balance it with the Magnetic Power of a Desirable Idea. Fear alone can paralyze; pairing it with a hopeful, actionable solution inspires movement.
  • Example: “By funding this initiative, you not only address potential risks but also contribute to a brighter, more harmonious future for all.”

11.9.4 Example of the Adjusted Formula in Action

11.9.4.1 Scenario: Addressing Climate Change

  • True Need (Demand): The planet requires urgent action to mitigate climate change and its effects.
  • Wise Love (Proportional Supply): Solutions like renewable energy, reforestation, and sustainable agriculture are scalable and effective.
  • Magnetic Power (of a Desirable Idea): A vision of a cleaner, healthier planet that benefits future generations.
  • Fear-Based Catalyst (Self-Interest Factor): Highlight the risks of inaction, such as economic losses from natural disasters, health crises from pollution, or social unrest due to resource scarcity.
  • Result: Wealthy individuals, corporations, and governments are motivated to fund climate initiatives because they see the potential impact on their own interests.

11.9.5 Alternative Wording for the Fear-Based Catalyst

Alternative terms that feel less stark or negative:

  • “Self-Interest Adjustment”
  • “Motivational Catalyst”
  • “Urgency Factor”
  • “Perceived Risk Multiplier”
  • “Self-Preservation Driver”
  • “Situational Adjustment”

11.9.6 Final Adjusted Formula (Refined for Clarity)

True Need (Demand) + Wise Love (Proportional Supply) + Magnetic Power (of a Desirable Idea) + Situational Adjustment (Perceived Risk or Self-Interest) = Money Made Available for Service

This formula maintains the integrity of the original while introducing a situational adjustment for audiences motivated by self-interest. It’s flexible enough to apply to various contexts, from spiritual outreach to social or environmental causes.