Alan B. Knox writes in this article that the systemic lens for his practice perspective is focused on five related issues that have animated his previous engagement as a practitioner and scholar, and that shape his views of alternative futures for educators of adults. They are: (1) creative connections: intentions, diversity; (2) sustained progress: collective, field; (3) beneficial exchange: preparation, helping; (4) world perspective: global, comparative; and (5) informed consent: turbulence, alignment. His interpretation of each of these five aspects of potential alternative futures begins with some personal impressions and concludes with paths to explore.