Serving on Empty

Serving on Empty

“Self care is note selfish or self indulgent. We can not nurture others from a dry well. We need to take care of our own needs first, then we can give from our overflow.”    Brene Brown    Care providers occupy a sacred space in community. They have a...

Discomfort

Leadership is a rare quality because few individuals are willing to endure the discomfort and uncertainty that comes with leading. This scarcity makes leadership valuable. Discomfort often arises when there are challenges to the status, conflicts, or uncertainties...

Where credit is due ?

As an educator and an academic giving credit for ideas is a taught behaviour and responsibility. People want to know how to be sure they get credit for an idea, especially when people are so willing to steal ideas. People who make change happen in community don’t...
The safety of sameness

The safety of sameness

Organizations that destroy the status quo win. Individuals who push their organizations, who inspire other individuals to change the rules thrive. “Keeping your head down and going with the flow.” “Do as you are told.” “Follow the order exactly.” These are...

Who builds a community?

In the realm of leadership, there is a profound understanding that goes beyond mere authority. According to the insightful words of Seth Godin, leadership is a transformative force that inspires greatness within individuals and fosters a collective spirit of...