Value Return Paradigm

The irony is that when we are in this situation, we become victims of our own lack of perspective. We can see the merits of our own point of view, but we struggle to understand and accept the merits of the opposition’s.

For me, frameworks provide a structure that can help me manage all of the different dimensions and complexities of whatever I’m working on.

philosopher Arthur Young, founder of the Institute for the Study of Consciousness in Berkeley.

When we choose this path, we function like a helpful virus, one that fosters the vitality and immune system of the host (for example, by supporting healthy intestinal bacteria) while at the same time protecting against harmful viruses.

Developmental—building systems-thinking skills and personal mastery Essence sourced—based on what makes every person or living thing specific and singular Regenerative—committed to realizing the evolutionary potential of life Grounded—based on the idea that we can transform our world by transforming the roles we play in our lives

In other words, people can learn to see essence and potential and work together creatively to manifest them.

The non-heroic path seeks a way to create profound and enduring change, not through large-scale movements or fighting the good fight, but by enabling people to transform themselves.

At its worst, it can become coercive, with practitioners attempting to convert their listeners by convincing, persuading, influencing, or even conquering them for their own good. This is one of the reasons that do-gooders can become annoying or even alienating.