Catalytic Listening is a way of listening that brings out the best in ourselves and others. In our daily interactions, people often talk about problems and worries. When we, as the listeners, also focus on those problems – perhaps giving advice or taking sides – we are creating a loop that keeps both parties in … Read more
Catalytic Listening is a practice for bringing out the best in the people around us, simply by the way we listen when they are speaking. Because of that, Catalytic Listening is embedded into every aspect of the Catalytic Thinking framework. In every interaction, we choose whether to listen or speak. When we choose to listen, … Read more
Community change agents face unique challenges during this time of uncertainty. In addition to the personal issues we are all dealing with, changemakers are also called to address the vast need in communities, wherever you live. What does it take to walk that line with as much grace and effectiveness as possible, when there are … Read more
What does it take to show up for each other in these troubling times? By now we have all heard the story. In April of this year, two black men were arrested simply for being in a Starbucks. The story you probably do NOT know is the story of how that became a story, and … Read more