Frame_of_Reference
12 May 2019

Expanding Our Frame of Reference

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Our frame of reference is how we approach the world. Frame of reference is defined as ‘a set of ideas, conditions, or assumptions that determine how something will be approached, perceived, or understood.’ (Merriam-Webster, 2019)  Each of us has a unique frame of reference that is embedded in our culture, education and experiences. This provides us with a structure to make sense of the multitude of stimuli that constantly bombards our senses. Dismiss. Our senses perceive external stimuli. We dismiss … Read More

truth
17 Mar 2019

Two Truths Call For Growth.

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Growth comes from being able to resolve two conflicting truths. Our reactions provide us with information that allows us to resolve our frozen perceptions, also known as our beliefs. Redefining Truth. Our simple definition for ‘truth’ as a fact or reality is closed, exclusive and reactive. It does not support growth, inclusiveness or creativity. According to Merriam-Webster, an additional definition is a judgment or idea that is true or accepted as true.  Judgment is defined as a formal utterance of … Read More

embrace irrational
16 Feb 2019

Embrace Irrational.

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Rational explanations do not explain current leadership behaviour. Given the pace of change and the increasing pressure of demands, leaders at all levels are responding based on their instinct, beliefs and attitudes. When pressure is applied to retrieve rational explanations, perceptions are triggered that ignite inflammatory thoughts and emotions. Policies are put in place to correct and prevent, yet policies rely on rational thought to be effective. We push down irrational responses and yet the increased pressure fuels a higher … Read More

Peace_and_calm.
11 Nov 2018

Peace and calm.

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In a changing world, we can struggle to feel peace and calm On this 100th Anniversary of Armistice Day, we are moved to remember. Each of us in our own way, with our own stories and also, with our own past. What we know is that somewhere in all of the fighting was a desire for peace and calm for our families and future generations. And as we now stand here on November 11, 2018, the world is changing so … Read More

healing_trauma
27 Sep 2018

Learning how to heal trauma.

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Recognizing our natural reactions. Trauma. My natural reaction to the word is to close in, back away and shut up. It is not comfortable for me to talk about suffering and I don’t like to talk about things that are not comfortable. I was born into a culture and a family where we didn’t spend a lot of time talking about our emotions or our reactions. And so, I learned to be resilient. I handed my suffering to God and … Read More

Fear: Is fear real power? Resolve underlying beliefs to build trust and thrive.
12 Sep 2018

Beyond Fear: Unlocking True Power.

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“Real power is, I don’t even want to use the word: ‘Fear.’” Presidential Candidate Donald J. Trump in an interview with Bill Woodward and Robert Costa, March 31, 2016 Is Fear Real Power? Many would say “yes” because fear triggers a response and drives action. But fear is not true power—it is simply power over others. It relies on position and authority to manipulate reactions, shutting down creative thought and collaboration. Fear does not feel safe. Rather than uniting people … Read More

How To Improve Productivity
27 Jul 2018

How to improve productivity? Resolve reactions to the word ‘should’.

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Why improve productivity? Improving productivity allows us to achieve more with less. We often think of this as achieving more financial benefit with less of the organization’s financial resources.  There is also great opportunity to achieve more with less of our personal resources. Think for a moment of the time and/or energy that goes in to building our personal resources: exercise; healthy eating; sleep and others. We work hard to have energy available to spend on work. In turn, this … Read More

A_Paradigm_Shift
24 May 2018

What if? A paradigm shift.

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What if we can relieve our distress rather than working so hard to cope? Embracing a paradigm shift from working so hard to cope with our stressors to learning how to relieve distress is powerful. We live our life and events happen. We react with a wide range of emotion, depending on the nature of the event. Distress is a combination of emotions, sensations and thoughts that result in a feeling of discomfort. We may notice that we get stuck … Read More

Build resilience and self-awareness using Logosynthesis®.
29 Apr 2018

How to build resilience and self-awareness.

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In an ever-changing world, building resilience and self-awareness is essential for personal and professional growth. These qualities not only enhance your ability to cope with challenges but also empower you to make informed decisions and lead a fulfilling life. In this blog post, we’ll explore practical strategies to cultivate these vital traits and introduce Logosynthesis® as a coaching model that can support your journey. Resilience and self-awareness are rooted in experiences. To be reliant on your own efforts and abilities … Read More

Students-First
22 Feb 2018

Students First? Let’s Calm Reactive Behaviour.

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We are undergoing immense change and uncertainty. Certainly we all want to put students first. Yet look around and it is easy to recognize an escalation in the pace of change and uncertainty that is resulting in a shift in focus away from students. All of our systems are feeling the pressure of adapting to intense uncertainty and the external demands often exceed the ability to cope, resulting in breakdown. Schools feel the intensity every day, as children arrive with … Read More

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