Exceptional personalities from the disciplines of science, art, and spirituality who have developed ideas, made new discoveries or embody outstanding values or who have contributed significantly to the shape of the future of humankind were invited. They envisaged the interdisciplinary study and research needed for a life in which a sense for themselves and others can be created. One of the fundamental insights of the Meeting 2005 was that the greatest challenge facing the world today is the challenge of change; great changes are already happening all around us, more changes are on the way. To create a better future, we must find ways to guide and direct change in positive directions. This recognition gave shape to the Meeting 2006.