Monthly Archive for: ‘3 years ago’

Creating and Altering Rituals

Creating and Altering Rituals

No one knows exactly how forgoing shared rituals will affect us individually or as a society. However, science does give us some clues. By understanding the purpose of shared rituals, we can try to preserve their intent and create a sense of shared emotion, connection, and transcendence.

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Videocast Instructions for Scoring IPI

Videocast Instructions for Scoring IPI

Dear Workshop Participants: Here is a videocast that provides directions for scoring the Interpersonal Preferences Inventory: Click on the arrow …

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The Writers Circle

The Writers Circle

The Writer’s Circle is a unit of the Professional School of Psychology that provides support to members of the New …

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Theory E²: Working with Entrepreneurs in Closely Held Enterprises: XII. Assessment in the Enterprise Cycle (Part One)

Theory E²: Working with Entrepreneurs in Closely Held Enterprises: XII. Assessment in the Enterprise Cycle (Part One)

In the previous essay (XI) I introduced a key concept in the creation of an appreciative, closely held enterprise: appreciation …

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Organizational Consultation: An Appreciative Approach IV Change and Stabilization

Organizational Consultation: An Appreciative Approach IV Change and Stabilization

A model of consultation can be engaged that requires an openness to all options for one’s client to consider—including the option not to change.

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The Postmodern Life: A Psychological Perspective

The Postmodern Life: A Psychological Perspective

The post-modem world is shaped by pluralism, democracy, religious freedom, consumerism, mobility, and increasing access to news and entertainment

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Mapping Effective Covid-19 Engagement: Four Responses to the Challenge

Mapping Effective Covid-19 Engagement: Four Responses to the Challenge

At times we must bring together wisdom, courage and vision—so that we might move forward personally and collectively under the guidance of a coherent and integrated map of virus-engagement.

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East Teaches West in a Time of Stress

East Teaches West in a Time of Stress

There are many lessons and practices for those of us living in the West to embrace – especially during times …

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