Brené Brown, a leading researcher on vulnerability and shame, defines these concepts through grounded theory—building definitions based on real-life experiences. This sounds pretty straight forward, but what happens when we’re actually in the thick of it? My Story: Returning to Work After Maternity Leave In February of last year, I had my son, Harry, and […]
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The line between being “uncomfortable” and “unsafe” has become a significant topic in discussions about psychological safety, especially as our understanding of these concepts evolves. This post draws on insights from the presentation “Uncomfortable Versus Unsafe: Navigating Difficult Conversations with Emerging Perceptions of Safety” by Sarah Klaper of Northwestern University and Carol Gregory of Baldwin
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Change is inevitable. It’s the transitions that often trip us up. Whether it’s a new job, a relationship change, or a major life event, understanding how to manage these shifts can make all the difference. This year, I had a baby and transitioned from my life before to my life with this new baby and
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This week, a visitor stopped by my office with a copy of Good to Great by Jim Collins, eager to discuss how its principles could be applied to their daily work. It got me thinking about some practical ways we can integrate these insights into what we do every day to elevate our performance and
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AI is proving to be a valuable asset in many areas of our lives, and conflict resolution is no exception. It can help you articulate your feelings and needs clearly, even in the most challenging situations. By inputting a description of your conflict into a dedicated platform, like this one, AI can utilize Nonviolent Communication
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Jenna has been with her organization for two years. Recently, her colleague Sam became her supervisor, and their dynamic changed, taking a turn for the worse. Sam questions Jenna’s intentions in team meetings, reassigns projects to a less senior member, and pressures the team with unrealistic deadlines. This has left Jenna feeling anxious, working long hours,
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I recently discovered a beautiful poem: When you are in doubt, be still, and wait;When doubt no longer exists for you, Then go forward with courage.So long as mists envelop you, be still; Be still until the sunlight pours throughAnd dispels the mists – as it surely will.Then act with courage. –Ponca Chief White Eagle
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This summer I noticed myself feeling overwhelmed and burned out. I spoke with many of my colleagues who felt the same way. It felt like I didn’t have enough time and energy to accomplish the many professional and personal tasks. It was starting to feel unsustainable! However, the rational part of my brian knew it
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There are many factors people consider when deciding whether to stay in their current job or to quit. There are also many studies out there that highlight why people from different generations leave their job and even how likely they are to leave their job. Regardless of your generation or your reasons for wanting to
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Have you ever been shocked or surprised about what is being said during a work meeting and not sure how to respond? If so, this blog post from CU Ombuds Melissa Connell is for you! In less than 5 minutes you can utilize the 3-step Intentional Pause which allows for space and an appropriate response while maintaining a positive working relationship with your colleagues.
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