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The World is Perfect, We Look at It Imperfectly

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 The World is Perfect, We Look at It Imperfectly Let's first learn about the Search for the Left-Handed Mug. There once was a left-handed man who lived in a right-handed world. Everything, from designs to molds, seemed to be made with the right-handed person in mind. His biggest problem was finding a mug. Every shop, mall, and store had mugs with handles on the right side. No matter how hard he tried, he couldn’t find a mug made for left-handed people. One day, he entered a shop. With little hope, he asked about a left-handed mug. The shopkeeper listened carefully and said, "Interesting, that's a special kind of mug. We have a special stock, but it's a bit expensive." The man's eyes lit up. He immediately agreed. The shopkeeper brought something from the back. The man was surprised. They were the same ordinary mugs, but with a slight difference. The handles were reversed. The handle that should have been on the right was now on the left. The man looked at the

Take into Account, and do not Discount Your Achievements

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  Account for What You Know, while celebrating progress and embracing growth" As I reflect on my journey, I've come to realize that it's not about who's ahead of me, but about how far I've come. It's easy to get caught up in comparing ourselves to others, but this mindset only leads to discouragement and neglects our own accomplishments. Instead, I've learned to focus on my progress, no matter how small it may seem. I'm proud of the achievements I've made, the skills I've developed, and the knowledge I've acquired. It's essential to acknowledge and celebrate our successes, rather than discounting them. However, I've also come to understand that there's grace in not knowing everything. It's okay to acknowledge the areas where I need growth and learning. I'm proud to be on a path of continuous learning, embracing new experiences, and expanding my knowledge. And it is also true that only if I do not know there will be a cont

Balancing Efficiency and Effectiveness

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  In the training industry, it has become common for professionals to share their recent training successes on platforms like LinkedIn. So do I very often do. What is often highlighted is the ability to rally participants, engage them in various activities, share experiences, and foster vulnerability within the training room. As a trainer myself, I understand the substantial effort required to keep a group engaged and motivated throughout a session. However, this brings us to a critical question: Are we focusing on the efficiency of our training or its effectiveness, or ideally, both? Efficiency in Training Efficiency in training refers to the smooth execution of the training process. This includes organizing and conducting the session in a manner that maximizes participant engagement, seamlessly delivering content, and ensuring that all planned activities are completed within the allotted time. An efficient trainer can manage time well, maintain participant interest, and deliver conte

The Power of Teaching is in Solidifying What You Know

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Embarking on the journey to become an NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Master Practitioner has been an enlightening experience. One of the most profound realizations I've had during this process is the adage, "To teach others is to learn yourself better." This statement has proven to be incredibly true as I navigate through my master practitioner course. The opportunity to teach associate-level students about the NLP communication model has not only deepened my understanding but has also enhanced my ability to apply these concepts in real-life scenarios. Before diving into my teaching experiences, it's essential to briefly explain the NLP communication model. This model explores how individuals perceive and interpret the world around them, emphasizing the interplay between our sensory experiences (visual, auditory, kinesthetic) and our internal responses. By understanding this model, one can better communicate and influence others, leading to more effective coaching

Beyond A to B: How Everyday Moments Become Powerful with Systems Thinking

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  Have you ever finished a good book and felt a surge of inspiration to see the world differently? That's exactly what happened to me after reading Steven Schuster's book "The Art of Thinking in Systems." It opened my eyes to the limitations of linear thinking (point A to point B) and the exciting possibilities of lateral thinking (out-of-the-box solutions). But what truly captured my imagination was the concept of Systems Thinking.  Although I have studied this concept of Systems Thinking as a part of my thesis, I was always looking at the macro picture of how system thinking can be applied to organisations and to running of teams and learning processes. In the rumination I did over these years on Systems Thinking, I hardly thought of how it can be applied to thinking day to day and putting on meaning to how are thoughts can be well structured. The organisation of thoughts as systems at play, can definitely change the way we view the world and the way are minds work.