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Playful Curiosity, Boundless Learning
There is a constant voice speaking to me about transformation, about connection and about refueling. My mantra for this year is playful curiosity. To me, this was about growing into my role, about exploration of possibility, but also in terms of the versatility of my leadership journey. I was reminded of my key values, and…
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The clear bead at the center changes everything. There are no edges to my loving now. I’ve heard it said there’s a window that opens from one mind to another, but if there’s no wall, there’s no need for fitting the window, or the latch. RUMI This poem arrived on the last day of a…
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This week has certainly not followed the direction I set in my diary! There was a time this would stress me out, or make me anxious. Now? I see an opportunity in the midst of the challenge. First of all, I acknowledged the emotions that register when something derails my plans. What needs are arising?…
