Preface to “Courageous Communication: A Return to Civility”
we appear to be living in a world where alternate facts, conspiracy theories, and opinions masquerading as facts are inescapable. All of this, and no doubt more, has led to unsettling times, where civility appears to have gone by the wayside. How pervasive is this incivility? Are we all observing or experiencing the same degree of discourteous conduct that seems prevalent, or at least tends to dominate the media? Is it unique to the United States? To answer these questions, we sent a survey out worldwide.
I thought I knew what the results would reveal. I was wrong.
Facts or Opinions? Communication Tips for Accuracy
So, how do we distinguish between facts and opinions in our daily lives? How do we avoid taking our opinions, drawing conclusions, and then acting upon them?
November Leadership Development Carnival
As the late, great Leonard Cohen wrote (and his fellow Canadian chanteuse Judy Collins sings so hauntingly) “who knows where the time goes?” As we gallop to the end of 2022, it’s time for reflection, compassion, and leadership to begin to heal the great divides in our country and worldwide. There is no better place…