To read the first piece in this two-part series on understanding the shadow and the ego, as well as the relationship between them, click here. So, now that we know the ego is not the issue here, we can realise it is the illusion of who we think we are. The self. When we get Read More
“Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves.” — Carl Jung Just like we all have a will, a mind and a heart, we all have a shadow side. It’s about whether or not we want to identify with it. But what exactly is the shadow? Carl Jung said Read More
To be an effective leader in times of constant change, it’s critical to understand the difference between ‘change’ and ‘transition’. Change is an external event or situation where a shift takes place or when something ends … and then there is a new beginning. Change can occur quickly and sometimes it’s imposed, like the closing Read More
Absolutely love this proverb … he who asks a question remains a fool for five minutes. He who does not ask remains a fool forever. So … what makes a good question? All questions are good – they are the sign of a curious, seeking mind. So, it’s important to ask the right questions to Read More
‘True knowledge exists in knowing that you know nothing.’ – Socrates We should never profess that we know it all. When we do, we are shutting down the learning centre of our brain. However, we can be honest with ourselves and admit that we don’t know everything. Just from there we are opening up our Read More