by Kare Anderson | Jan 20, 2016 | behavior, Choice, Conflict, Connecting, Friendship
Whatever behavior we praise we encourage to flourish in others – especially when they are around us. Whatever we criticize or “simply” snub goes deeper into their consciousness however. Hint: Speak to their positive intent, especially when it appears they...
by Kare Anderson | Jun 2, 2015 | behavior, Caring, Co-Create, Collective Intelligence, Connecting
After a priest moved to a new parish he approached his superior to ask, “Would you mind if I smoked while praying?” and was, not surprisingly, turned down. Even if you, too, are an ardent non-smoker, it is wise to learn how to ask in a way that enables...
by Kare Anderson | Dec 30, 2008 | collaboration, Friendship, Tribe
When meeting Natasha, photographer Rick Smolan never imagined she’d be an emotional thread of continuity for his life. Human stories take unexpected turns, especially next year. I’ve got your back and you’ve got mine. That’s a mighty welcome feeling as we enter 2009. ...