For the first time evil came (knowingly) close. It's licked my heels & those of friends & family.I could see the smoke billowing from the Westgate mall terrorist attack from my kids' school. For days I kept glued to my phone, SMS & Facebook feed for updates. When I saw someone I … [Read more...] about When evil licks your heels- reflections on the Nairobi, Westgate terrorist attack
Trait vrs Fate: Grandma's Experiences Leave a Mark on Your Genes (via Discover Magazine)
For those of us intrigued by influence (whether that form of influence comes via learning & development, organizational development, change management, etc.) the article which I've included excerpts below, is a fascinating look at a newly discovered type of influence. Darwin and Freud walk into … [Read more...] about Trait vrs Fate: Grandma's Experiences Leave a Mark on Your Genes (via Discover Magazine)
Women multiply
If you're a frequent reader you know the Life Lenses® blog is all about perspective how we see things & how that view affects who we are, how we act & what we prioritize as important.Our perspective affects what comes onto our radar easily, naturally & comfortably, as well as what … [Read more...] about Women multiply
A perspective on gender identity
This image is from the Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality.I think it speaks volumes.'nuf said. ~~TGIF- each Friday I rejig & re-post a blog entry from my www.life-lenses.com blog, which is about enhancing our perspective & worldview.~~ … [Read more...] about A perspective on gender identity
Seeking sophrosyne
Sophrosyne: (n) a healthy state of mind, characterized by self-control, moderation, and a deep awareness of one's true self, and resulting in true happiness.Can't you just hear the 'ohmmm' in that?There's a time for rising up & reaching out, for adventure & maximizing opportunities.As … [Read more...] about Seeking sophrosyne
4 Best Apps for Team Collaboration via Mashable
Check out this Mashable post for the full list of 8 Best Apps for Team Collaboration.Here's my take on four of them. Do you have any to add? Have you used any of the ones below?1. Dropbox The quintessential app for file-sharing and document collaboration. Through Dropbox, you can share PDFs, … [Read more...] about 4 Best Apps for Team Collaboration via Mashable
Fact chimp – just the facts ma'am
Ancient Egyptians believed that onions would keep evil spirits away.The band Duran Duran got their name from an astronaut in the 1968 Jane Fonda movie "Barbarella.In Belgium, there is a museum just for strawberries.Reindeers survive in the extreme cold by eating lots of moss. The moss … [Read more...] about Fact chimp – just the facts ma'am
Social media tools for listening, learning & leading
I recently presented a workshop on Leveraging Social Media to Boost Employee Engagement at the IHRM (Institute for Human Resources Management) HR Technology Conference, co-sponsored by H-Senid (which specializes in HR & Tech & has offices in 5 countries) in Nairobi.Here's the group … [Read more...] about Social media tools for listening, learning & leading
'Sometimes,' said Pooh, 'the smallest things take up the most room in your heart'
Ahh Winnie. As in Winnie the Pooh, that affable, loveable, wise teddy bear.No truer words were spoken from a Heart Life Lens® perspective.Small matters can make a big difference to how we feel - about ourselves & others.In a dark, cluttered, crammed closet with cob webs, type of way. Enter … [Read more...] about 'Sometimes,' said Pooh, 'the smallest things take up the most room in your heart'
Sisi ni Amani means We are Peace in Swahili- tidbits from this group's recent retreat
I've had more adventures in my life than one person has a right to expect. I've sailed around the world on a ship while going to university. I've worked in -72 degree weather (the Canadian Arctic) & +44 degree weather (Calcutta). I live in Africa.What I hadn't done, until now, is work with … [Read more...] about Sisi ni Amani means We are Peace in Swahili- tidbits from this group's recent retreat
Out of the mouths of babes … come an entirely different perspective
We have chains around our brains. These chains limit our thinking. They box us in, hold us down, reign us in.The chains often come in the form of assumptions. Assumptions we make without even knowing it.Assumptions kill creativity. Assumptions keeps us in our own dogged perspective, our own … [Read more...] about Out of the mouths of babes … come an entirely different perspective
A parent's perspective on their teen
Okay, I know, I know, teens get a lot of flack. I have one myself (a teen that is) so I hear stories about some of the grief he goes through.And...I think this sign is hilarious.It flips the switch on perspective.And that's always illuminating.(Thanks to my friend & colleague Roman for … [Read more...] about A parent's perspective on their teen
