Homeward Bound (including The Great Humbling)
The Great Humbling S4E1: 'Confessions'
Nov 3, 2021
In this episode, the hosts reflect on their summers and discuss responsible leadership. They share intimate experiences with the seasons and talk about surprising behavior of mute swans. They also discuss their dream of creating an online journal and the challenges of recording an audiobook. The concept of confession and childhood biases are explored, along with lessons learned from a last-minute holiday and reflections on the environmental impact of flying.
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Quick takeaways
- Assessing responsible leadership using the seasonal map exercise can guide leadership practice effectively.
- Embracing a humble relationship with the natural world and observing its cycles can provide grounding and valuable lessons.
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Reflecting on the Seasons of Responsibility
The podcast episode starts with the hosts discussing the significance of the changing seasons and how they relate to responsible leadership. They mention an exercise called the seasonal map, which helps individuals assess their responsible leadership practice. The exercise involves considering what is emerging in spring, what is blooming in summer, what needs to be relinquished in autumn, and what can be communicated clearly in winter. The hosts find the seasonality of this exercise to be revealing and effective in guiding their leadership practice.
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