It can be complicated to be in relationship with others, but it can also be quite simple. We bond over what we have in common. Bonding over our core fears/assumptions about connecting with others might be one way to dissolve the very same fears/assumptions we have toward others, and ultimately nurture trust. What if […]
As we know, being more assertive or decisive doesn’t guarantee being a good leader – neither does admitting one’s limitation, but it is a start! There is also no such thing as being just a follower. Good leaders – the ones who emerge as humble, even selfless, clear and capable of organizing others around […]
Thanks to Google’s research on what makes a team successful, it has become well-known that among the five top factors, the most important one is psychological safety. Meaning that team members feel safe to take risks and be vulnerable in front of each other. How much do we feel safe to be messy, vulnerable and […]
When we believe that the needs of others are equal to our needs, we create a foundation for mutual respect. We enter into mature relationships. It’s easier to make compromises and negotiate agreements. It doesn’t mean that we won’t experience a sense of loss in negotiating agreements – a loss of options and opportunities. It […]
How to resist a juicy story in which we are the virtuous hero and the other one is the bad dud, even if it means coming across as inconsistent? In truth, it is difficult to question our stories when they make us feel self-righteous AND connected. Too irresistible to stick with our narrative! It just […]
I don’t know if animals have egos, just as I don’t know if they have consciousness, but I do know that human beings have both, consciousness and ego – and there are an abundance of definitions and approaches to describe what these concepts mean! It has been my long-lasting passion to better understand these two […]
I recently posted this blog on LinkedIn about responsibly venting at work. It was the fruit of a few experiences working with teams and small organizations, as well as venting memories with my colleagues. I thought I would share this article on my personal blog too, since I believe it could be the starting point of some useful conversations […]