Most people think economics is only about money—but what if it’s actually about morality, empathy, and survival itself? In this thought-provoking talk, Praveen K Shukla introduces “Metaeconomics,” a human-centered approach to economics that prioritizes compassion over competition. He challenges us to rethink prosperity beyond finance, urging policies that protect not just economies—but humanity and the planet’s future. Praveen K Shukla is a former MD, CEO, and VP with decades of leadership experience across multiple industries. He has successfully built and scaled several companies from the ground up. Today, as a respected Business Advisor, Mentor, and Economist, he supports enterprises and institutions in organizational structuring, strategy, leadership development, and culture building. He is also deeply involved in socio-economic transformation through the Arthakranti movement, promoting sustainable, principled, and prosperous living for all. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx