Value-Curiosity

Writer Harold V. Melchert reminds us that success is sweeter when you savor the path:

“Live your life each day as you would climb a mountain. An occasional glance toward the summit keeps the goal in mind, but many beautiful scenes are to be observed from each new vantage point. Climb slowly; steadily, enjoying each passing moment; and the view from ... See more

Question your own expertise. “I don’t know” is a complete sentence.

The painter Vincent van Gogh on fear and risk:

"Fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm fearsome, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore. They leave that wisdom to those to whom it appeals. When the storm comes — when night falls — what's worse: the danger or the fear of danger? Give me reality... See more

We too often think that deep conversations have to be painful or vulnerable conversations. I try to compensate for that by asking questions about the positive sides of life: “Tell me about a time you adapted to change.” “What’s working really well in your life?” “What are you most self-confident about?” “Which of your five senses is strongest?” “Ha

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Work becomes great when curiosity drives it beyond obligation.

“You are as old as the risks you take. In many ways, aging is not the process of growing old, but rather the slow death of becoming overly protective, scared, and worried about losing what you have. Youth is found in the energy of going for it, taking the risk, and trusting that you’ll figure it out along the way.”

1. What do you think about the most right now? 2. When do you feel the most safe? 3. Who is your funniest friend, and why? 4. Are any of your friends going through a tough time? How can we pray for them? 5. What are you most excited about?

Feedback loops are what make systems dynamic. Without feedback, a system does the same thing over and over. Understand them, respect them, and use them wisely.

— Source: The Great Mental Models v3: Systems and Mathematics

Autobiographical vs. Empathic Listening

When we listen autobiographically, we turn the other person’s story into our story. We filter everything they say through our own experiences, values, and perspective.

When we listen empathically, we create space for others to share their perspective and emotions. And in the process we build a deeper sense of ... See more