Hi Reader, Happy Tuesday non-anxious one! This week's post is a long one, but I think it's worth it (of course, I wouldn't post it if I didn't think it was). Thanks for reading! Get Your FREE Family Systems Coach Learn more Vision without Emotional Connection is Narcissism Photo: Yolshin (yayimages) Read on the Blog A long time ago, I went to a workshop that taught that the leader of an organization needs to spend about 80% of their time in the future. That sounded impossible to me. There are...
8 days ago • 6 min read
Hi Reader, I had a busy week with travel to a speaking engagement, then family visiting over the weekend. All good stuff, but no time to do a post. I hope you find the recommendations helpful. 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...
15 days ago • 1 min read
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...
22 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...
29 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...
29 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....
about 1 month 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...
about 1 month 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 2 months 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 2 months ago • 4 min read