In this book The Empathic Civilization, Jeremy Rifkin tells the story of the extension of human empathy from the rise of the first great theological civilizations, to the ideological age that dominated the 18th and 19th centuries, the psychological era that characterized much of the 20th century and the emerging dramaturgical period of the 21st Continue reading The Empathic Civilization: the Race to Global Consciousness in a World in Crisis Jeremy Rifkin (2010)
We’re often told curiosity helps us learn more, lead better, or think creatively. But when treated only as a tool, its deeper meaning gets lost. What if curiosity isn’t just useful but a way of caring, connecting, and being more fully present in the world? Continue reading The Care in Curiosity Seeing curiosity not as a tool, but a way of being with the world
Not being self-aware can lead to difficulty in personal growth and development, poor decision-making, and challenges in understanding and managing our emotions and behavior. It is a critical Conversational Leadership skill. Continue reading Conversational Self-awareness Being aware of our own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors during a conversation
We spend much of our lives in conversation, yet we are often surprisingly unaware of what is happening as we talk and listen. We may overlook our own reactions, misunderstand others, or miss the dynamics shaping the conversation. Conversational awareness helps us pay closer attention to ourselves, others and what is happening between us. Continue reading Conversational Awareness Noticing what is happening within and between us in conversation.
A lack of empathy can make it difficult to build relationships, communicate effectively, and collaborate. It can also contribute to misunderstanding, conflict and aggression. Empathy is essential to the practice of Conversational Leadership. Continue reading Empathy Understanding and share the feelings of others
We often see those with different beliefs as adversaries, which limits our ability to recognize the potential for friendship and understanding. Conversational Leadership encourages open dialogue across diverse perspectives, helping us build empathy and shared insights to navigate our complex world together. Continue reading We Are Not Enemies but Friends Finding understanding by conversing with those who think differently
We live in an increasingly interconnected world, yet much of our thinking remains focused on ourselves, our communities, and our nations. The challenges we face, from climate change and inequality to conflict and new technologies, increasingly cross national and cultural boundaries. Global consciousness is about developing a broader awareness of our place in the world, recognising our … Continue reading Global Consciousness Thinking beyond ourselves in an interconnected world
