Planetary Citizens is a 509(a)(2) nonprofit, EIN 93-4055628

Mission: Promoting global unity and sustainability through diverse, holistic approaches to educational, environmental, governmental, manufacturing and societal challenges, fostering regenerative cultures and true democratic communities for a harmonious future.

Dear Esteemed Visitors, Potential Members, and Planetary Citizens,

I’ve been living with this notion for the majority of my life as a result of an ‘awakening’ as a teen I won’t go into here. Suffice it to say my life-long quest has been about learning how to facilitate harmony among people and planet in a simple way that covers the practical and pragmatic activities necessary. My career path has been unique, providing experience and learning across a plethora of places and spaces. I’ve presented those in various forms, along with continued curiosity, as I’ve distilled education, experience and ecstasy of finding flow, facilitating people, places and things to work together better with coherence, cohesion of skillsets, passion and purpose. It carries with it a sense beyond common, yet common to each of us, internally.

Admittedly the border between brilliance and insanity can be quite thin, at times, yet possibilities to coagulate are revealed to those willing to hold on nowhere and be curious toward inquiry. If what I believe to be true and the possibility does exist, then this material will at least seem to make sense. It’s brand new and a complete experiment at this point; an idea given form with an invitation to participate. Our collective vision may have an opportunity to emerge into form as a result, as I am not the architect, only its servant, fortunate to have the skill set to frame it loosely, at best. I continue to make adjustments as I listen deeply in reflection of this construct in process of creation.

Having some business and organizational acumen, and listening to the initial prompt to see if the Planetary Citizens domain was available in June, my birth month, of 2010, oddly enough. I resisted, yet looked anyway; startled by its availability. Later that year, I spoke at the IANDS annual conference about my ‘assignment,’ a 180 from being institutionalized for talking about my experiences at 19. Please, no pity or sympathy, it’s just a fact for reference. My experience through talking with thought leaders and others over the last few years about the inner and outer life experiences indicates an even greater opening to possibility in learning how to use our whole being as part of a holistic system, not the controller of it. It’s consistent with the new paradigm explanations many have offered.

For me, it stems from finding corroboration of my early understanding in the Vedas, that we are all cosmic consciousness condensed into form, at various levels of awareness, and seeking the fit and function in the world through natural design as an expression of love, unity and coherence with the universe. I understand being that, as my life is an example, yet how do we advance that awareness to creation and engagement of a new world order of people, places and things for the good of all? I believe that is a resounding question made possible to grok as the silver lining of our recent encounter with control and dominance; found to be faulty, at best. The answer is in sensing our way, beyond thinking, through the vibratory realm we know as reality.

So, what do we do? I may be initiating through my own self-expression, yet I/We need help. Do you?

Let’s find solace in each other, figure it out together, and see if we can co-create a robust environment capable of connecting people, places and things in a different way, beginning with showcasing those who’ve gone before as pioneers in their various fields. The loose framework here allows initial communication and development. My intention is to make sense and invite participation in ways that match passion, purpose, resources and time available. I believe it’s time to shine and we are capable co-creators of our future.

And so, please allow me to introduce you to and invite your participation in Planetary Citizens.

By fostering a culture of cooperation and mutual respect, we can unlock the collective genius that is our birthright, perhaps our destiny, and bring forth solutions that are not only sustainable but regenerative.

This is a call to action, a call to rise above the limitations of the past and embrace the possibilities of the future, perhaps even your ‘calling’ in this life. We CAN do this! We urge you to spread the word, to engage with us in meaningful dialogue, and to contribute your unique talents to this grand vision. We only ask this if it resonates deeply and you’ve done your homework. 🙂 

Together, we can create a legacy of harmony, prosperity, and stewardship that will be celebrated for generations to come. Please be patient with communication responses. Thank you for being here now.

Have a look around and do consider signing the pledge.

With deepest gratitude and unwavering commitment,

Zen Benefiel, MA, MBA, TLC, DD

Join us as a Planetary Citizen.

Welcome to our visionary platform, a unique virtual model designed to be populated and enriched by self-initiating participants who are inspired to contribute their expertise.

We are breathing new life into the groundbreaking work initiated by Donald Keys and others with Planetary Citizens over 50 years ago. In a time of rapid change and evolution of humanity, why not?

We invite you to participate in our activities, collaborate on projects, and become a part of a global activity dedicated to creating a legacy of hope and resilience for generations to come.

Together, collaboratively and cooperatively, we can assist the evolution of harmony among people and planet, turning our collective vision into a living, breathing reality.

Your journey as a change-maker continues here. Join us in this journey of discovery, growth, and action as we work together to create a more sustainable, peaceful, and thriving world for generations to come. Arriving here now is important. We are all called to a greater mission today.

Does your calling or inspired living fit with our mission?

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