By Nigel Denning and Jordan Bakker By reading this piece, you’ll discover: “Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” — Aristotle When Sam felt the familiar rush of anger in an argument with his partner, his first impulse was to shout back. But in that split second he noticed his clenched fists and racing thoughts. Instead of reacting, he …
By Nigel Denning and Jordan Bakker By reading this piece, you’ll discover: At 45, David had a steady job and a family, but he felt stuck — as if the best of his growth was behind him. Then a leadership program at work challenged him to reflect on his blind spots and practice deeper listening. At first it was uncomfortable, …
By Nigel Denning and Jordan Bakker By reading this piece, you’ll discover: When Leila failed her driving test, her first thought was, “I’ll never get this — I’m just bad at driving.” For weeks she avoided practice, convinced her failure was permanent. But with encouragement, she tried again, noticing how each attempt taught her something new. A year later she …