Author Archives: Steve
Perseverance ~ Interview with Meg Wheatley
An interview with Meg Wheatley talking about her book, Perseverance.
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FollowThe Circle Way- a Leader in Every Chair
A couple of recent experiences reminded me again of how dreadful meetings can be without some process and without someone hosting the conversation. I realize that I have been blessed and spoiled by working with so many skilled hosts … Continue reading
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Tagged Art of Hosting, Audio, Christina Baldwin & Ann Linea, circle
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How Language Shapes Thought ~ Lera Boroditsky
Language does shape thinking. This is true of the structure of a language as well as the vocabulary and an individual’s discourse. I have had a strong intuition of this, wondering about the effect of gender associations in other languages … Continue reading
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A simple explanation of the Cynefin Framework
A simple explanation of the cynefin framework for understanding the distinctions between simple, complicated, complex and chaotic. I find this a very useful framework for looking at organizational issues and problems and determining appropriate responses.
Ecological Intelligence
Ecological intelligence is a relatively new term coined by Daniel Goleman in his book by the same name. The ability to see systems and to make decisions with an awareness of systems consequences is key to ecological intelligence and to … Continue reading
Posted in Earth/Ecology, Reflection
Tagged Daniel Goleman, Earth, Ecology, intelligence
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Human Planet
Here is another Earth Day offering, this one focusing on the amazing diversity of human experience as we relate to our planet.
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Earth
An Earth Day tribute to our mother. What an incredible planet we are part of. I am filled with gratitude and awe.
Dwelling in Uncertainty ~ Meg Wheatley
Some people despair about the darkening direction of the world today. Others are excited by the possibilities for creativity and new ways of living they see emerging out of the darkness.
Rather than thinking one perspective is preferable to the other, … Continue reading
James O’Dea’s Peacemaker’s Booklist
This is a list of books recommended by James O’Dea in preparation for the May 2011 Peacemakers retreat. Check out James’ website for lots of good resources.
The Empathic Civilization by Jeremy Rifkin
The Age of Empathy by Franz de Waal
Leading through … Continue reading
Gifts from Aikido Training
I spent this past weekend at an aikido seminar and I know that I learned something; I just wish that I knew clearly enough what I learned to be able to put it into words. It is easy for me … Continue reading