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Accountability Model- Non-Judgment
In this third video on Accountability we discuss the concept of Judgment and why leaders benefit when they begin to question their judgments. They consider how judging another person affects them. They reflect on the question, do I have all of the information or data regarding this situation or person. We believe, as leaders, we…
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Becoming the Observer (The Accountability Model)
In the second video in our Accountability Model series, we discuss the first tool and technique; Becoming the Observer. As leaders our ability to observe our thoughts...feelings, emotions and behaviours is a critical component of building self awareness and understanding our impact on those around us. Is what I am putting my attention on serving…
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New Video Series- The Accountability Model
We are very excited to share with our community our Accountability Model and how it is used to enhance Leadership capabilities. Even more importantly, when the tools are consistently used we see corporate cultures transform into intentional, meaningful communities driven by values and purpose underpinned by a culture of coaching for choice. Understanding what it…
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The Reticular Activating System
In this weeks video Michael discusses some of the challenges we face when looking to build healthy relationships, especially those we perceive to be difficult. What happens in our brain and why do we revisit past experiences relating to people and situations. Why is it so easy for us to access certain bits of information…
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Neuroplasticity- Creating a New Pathway
In this weeks video Michael talks about the importance of consciously creating new neural connections in the brain. He explores the difficulties in intentionally make choices that allow for a new pathway to be formed. Some of his analogies take difficult concepts and make them easy to follow and understand. Why does any of…
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The Pathway to Well-Being
In the first 4 videos in this series we have touched on Perceptions, Attention Regulation, and Judgements and the possible impacts to our physiology. In this next video we will share with you our Pathway to Well-Being. This model greatly assists leaders in understanding, where they put their attention will persist. Our attention will affect our emotions and emotional management…
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EGO- How it might show up!
In our next video Michael discusses some of the ways in which we have experienced leaders in the workplace and how the EGO plays a role. It might not be what you think! As Michael continues his exploration of becoming the "Observer" of yourself we reflect on how the EGO might display itself. Do you…
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Attention Regulation and Leadership Development
Where we put our attention is very important when it comes to managing our emotions effectively. When something happens outside our control, that we do not like, we often will make up a story about that situation or person. Where we put our attention will impact the emotions that are created. Those emotions can then…
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Heart…Brain…Emotions
In this second blog and video Michael shares the importance of recognizing the bi-directional highway between our heart and our brain. He discusses the important role that our heart plays in sending signals to the brain regarding our safety. When we sense danger we send a message from the heart to the brain that we…
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