Why do we self-sabotage? Why do we self-Self-sabotage occurs when we passively allow dysfunction or disaster to accumulate around us without proactively seeking a way out. We might point to unfair obstacles to better performance, or we might blame others. Much better to say I failed the test because I didn’t study or the…

In June of 2023, the Supreme Court ruled against the use of affirmative action in college admission — In June of 2023, the Supreme Court ruled against the use of affirmative action in college admission. Introduction Years ago, in a small gathering of friends, we talked about what mattered most to us in the upcoming 2008 presidential election. One friend wished for marriage equality (this was prior to its enactment). Another selected consciousness, meaning deep awareness of the interconnectedness of all things. I chose the Supreme…

On May 25, 2020, George Floyd died under the knee of a White Minneapolis police officer while handcuffed and lying face down. His death spurred local protests which expanded nationally and then internationally. …

Interplay between victims and perpetrators: those who owned slaves/were slaves, Germans/Israelis of the Holocaust, or oppressors/ indigenous people. At a glance Condoleezza Rice ignites a firestorm on The View The alleged consequences of teaching critical race theory The foundation of America was built on race Focus on the system, not individuals Properly taught…

My journey through Fisher’s process of transition — John Fisher depicts the emotional roller coaster we ride during a change. Jean uses the graphic to illustrate her journey toward realizing a vision. This new year, are you considering embarking on the daunting task of personal change? Every year or so, I take this on big time. I refer…

On June 16, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a law forbidding lessons about critical race theory or systemic racism. With the passage of this bill, Texas joins other states that have passed similar bills, claiming to take politics out of schools. …

Calling people racist is a fear appeal and only people with high self-efficacy (secure in their capacity to change) are likely to respond to it — Earlier this year I had one of those conversations that has stuck with me. I casually mentioned to a White colleague that I seldom use the terms “racist” or “racism.” He was appalled. …

Evaluating the immediate need to suppress emotions against the perils of needing to be heard in predominantly White settings is exhausting — People all over this country are seeking to engage in racial dialogue. The goal within organizations is to heal, first by surfacing racial divisions and people’s disparate points of view. Then, armed with this knowledge, build a more inclusive organization. How are people in an organization supposed to move from…

People ask me, “How do I get rid of my fear?” Then they wait for the magic bullet. My answer: eliminating fear is not a desirable goal. Fear helps keep the species alive. It alerts us to danger as well as opportunity. …