In continuing the series on climate consciousness, Marti and Todd welcome guest Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir, an Icelandic author, filmmaker, and sustainability leader. Hrund discusses the Icelandic concept of “InnSæi” which means intuition or “inner sea.” She explains how InnSæi represents seeing within oneself, understanding one’s place in the world, and navigating life through an inner compass.
The conversation explores how modern life has disconnected people from their InnSæi and the natural world. However, by cultivating presence, imagination, and awe, we can shift our center of gravity back within. This helps us make better decisions, empathize, tap into creativity, and care for the planet. The conversation stresses the importance of understanding the complexity and interconnectedness of life. We must move from separation to participation, respecting planetary boundaries. Our consciousness and actions impact the world.
From the Edge: Journey from the Edge (Marti)
Conscious Rant: Clearing the Lot (Todd)
Guest: Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir
Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir is an Icelandic author, speaker, filmmaker, and sustainability leader who brings together ideas and people across sectors and disciplines to inspire creative mindsets and constructive solutions.
A firm believer that change starts from within, Hrund draws on her broad-based and global experience ranging from sustainable businesses, post-conflict reconstruction and development, filmmaking, and the arts to various roles in the private and public sectors where she has led innovative projects.
Hrund is an Advisory Council member at Yale’s International Leadership Centre, a board member of Eyrir Invest, and a Nordic Ignite Angel Ambassador. She has been recognized for her work as a Yale World Fellow, World Economic Forum Young Global Leader and Cultural Leader, and Icelandic Ocean Cluster’s Sustainability Leader.
