When we talk about observation it’s often understood as “what did you see, hear, smell, etc.” It is external information derived through the senses. Michael A. Singer flips this notion on its head and offers an instruction set for thoroughly observing one’s inner world and acting on what one finds to achieve inner peace and ultimate confidence. It all starts with the seemingly simple question, “Who Are You?”
In 1932 Maria Montessori (scientist, educator, visionary) addressed a convention at the International Office of Education in Geneva. In 1989, Aline D. Wolf resurrected the heart and spirit of this address to remind all of us that the act of creation requires more than just vision; it requires a lot of work to reframe old structures and reorient old mindsets. For Montessori, this began with education that prioritized cooperation, collaboration and community. For us and our organizations what would we prioritize to create the culture we crave?
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