On expectations

On expectations

The expectations we have in our personal and professional relationships can often become the source of conflict and discontent. We may ‘expect’ things from other people and when these expectations are not met, we are disappointed. Understanding...
Enabling high functioning teams

Enabling high functioning teams

What makes high functioning teams? To answer this question, we first need to recognise what we are dealing with at a very basic level — human beings who have come together from varied walks of life to form a relationship system. A system of interacting and...
Integrating the past

Integrating the past

The desire to set objectives, design strategies and move forward is a familiar feature of modern living. From personal initiatives to work targets, the focus is very much on the future. The past is so often forgotten or brushed over because our sights are set on...
The duality of knowing

The duality of knowing

There is a big difference between theory and practice. Words and action. Regurgitating from memory and deep understanding. How we “know” things matters. Rationally and intellectually appreciating something is not the same as deep knowing with every fabric...