Hi Reader, Happy Tuesday! This week I'm introducing another learning opportunity that starts in the fall. The good news: its FREE. Scroll down for more info. We had our entire family, four kids, spouses and seven grandchildren together recently. It doesn't happen often. This post is a reminder that good things get passed on, too. Thanks for reading! Get Your FREE Family Systems Coach Learn more The Positive Side of Intergenerational Transmission Photo: Erin Shitama Read on the Blog When we...
7 days ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, This week's post is a reminder that one person can change a system. It's not easy work, but it's work worth doing. Blessings! Get Your FREE Family Systems Coach Learn more The Power of a Non-Anxious Presence Photo: londondeposit (depositphotos) Read on the Blog One person can change a system. I’ve seen this happen over and over in families of origin, congregations and organizations. A non-anxious presence has a positive impact on themselves and the people around them. It’s...
14 days ago • 4 min read
Hi Reader, This week's post is a reminder that one person can change a system. It's not easy work, but it's work worth doing. Blessings! Get Your FREE Family Systems Coach Learn more The Power of a Non-Anxious Presence Photo: londondeposit (depositphotos) Read on the Blog One person can change a system. I’ve seen this happen over and over in families of origin, congregations and organizations. A non-anxious presence has a positive impact on themselves and the people around them. It’s...
15 days ago • 4 min read
Hi Reader, I had a great weekend with family and am hosting through the end of the week. I'll be back with an article next week. There are still two recommendations below. Thanks! Get Your FREE Family Systems Coach Learn more Become a Patron You can help me improve the quality and reach of this newsletter, my podcast and other resources for as little as $5/month. When you do, you'll get exclusive access to an online community, exclusive content and chat access to get your questions answered....
21 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I'm in the middle of a series of family commitments so I'm taking a break from posting this week and next. I'm still bringing you recommendations. Also, see below for my upcoming offerings of "What IS a Failure of Nerve?" and Positive Intelligence. Thanks! Get Your FREE Family Systems Coach Learn more Become a Patron You can help me improve the quality and reach of this newsletter, my podcast and other resources for as little as $5/month. When you do, you'll get exclusive access to...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Happy Tuesday! I have two offerings coming up: The next round of Positive Intelligence. A four-week book study on Edwin Friedman's A Failure of Nerve: Leadership in the Age of the Quick Fix You can get more details below. Respond to this email if you have any questions. Thanks! Get Your FREE Family Systems Coach Learn more Leadership through Self-differentiation Part 4 of 4: Creating Space for Integrity in the Moment of Choice Photo: DCStudio Read on the Blog One of the most...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
Hi Reader, I hope you had a great weekend, wherever you are. This week I'm continuing my series on the concepts that help you lead through self-differentiation. I hope you find it helpful. Get Your FREE Family Systems Coach Learn more Leadership through Self-Differentiation Part 3 of 4: The Problem with Seriousness Photo: voronaman Read on the Blog There’s a strange tension built into adulthood. You have to be serious enough to meet the basic demands of life—show up on time, pay the bills,...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
Hi Reader, This week's post continues our series on leadership through self-differentiation. Happy reading! Get Your FREE Family Systems Coach Learn more Leadership through Self‑Differentiation - Part 2: Emotional Process, Sabotage, Pain, and Responsibility Photo: Depositphotos Read on the Blog If Part 1 laid the foundation for leadership through self‑differentiation, Part 2 turns toward the emotional processes that make this work so challenging. Systems don’t resist change because they are...
about 2 months ago • 4 min read
Hi Reader, Happy Tuesday and happy summer to you! This week's article begins a series on leadership through self-differentiation. This is essential to leading change. Let me know what you think. Thanks for reading. Get Your FREE Family Systems Coach Learn more Leadership Through Self Differentiation Part 1 of 4: The Foundation Photo: yupiramos Read on the Blog This post is based on Episode 195 of The Non-Anxious Leader Podcast. When you think about effective leadership, it’s easy to focus on...
about 2 months ago • 4 min read