'No man thinks there is much ado about nothing when the ado is about himself.' Anthony Trollope (1815-82), Victorian novelist And with that one short phrase we have an incisive look into the human condition. When something is an issue for us, we believe it's an issue for everyone. When … [Read more...] about What's your problem? Much ado about everything
If curiousity killed the cat, look what it (+ creativty) did to the chimp!
Being a professional trainer, I'm pretty particular when I go to see someone speak. At a recent WING night (Women's International Networking Group), here in Nairobi, I had the delightful pleasure of hearing Doug Cress speak, the head of GRASP (the UN's Great Apes Survival Partnership). He was … [Read more...] about If curiousity killed the cat, look what it (+ creativty) did to the chimp!
We leak our Life Lenses® – even with our computer bags
My (Carrot Life Lens®) approach: gleefully I dove into finding new homes for my things, creating new systems, organizing and tucking away with utter satisfaction. My partner's (Mountain Life Lens®) approach: harumphing, he reluctantly transferred things over. It was a chore. Not fun. He wanted … [Read more...] about We leak our Life Lenses® – even with our computer bags
Resources on culture, change & creativity, from an interview with Mozambican musician Wazimbo
In this month's Rock.Paper.Scissors' newsletter I interview Mozambican treasure, the musician Wazimbo & get his thoughts on culture, change & creativity. (That's him above.) In this second blog post, I've included some resources related to the themes in our interview, including creativity, … [Read more...] about Resources on culture, change & creativity, from an interview with Mozambican musician Wazimbo
Kids on god – talk about interesting perspective
Here's to the illuminating effects on perspective that kids have. Naturally. Wholeheartedly. On simple appreciation ... On socio-economic and access / inclusion issues ... On inter-cultural sensitivity ... On the challenges of love .... On the importance of rest .... On the need to … [Read more...] about Kids on god – talk about interesting perspective
Culture, change & creativity, an interview with Mozambican musician Wazimbo
In this month's Rock.Paper.Scissors' newsletter I interview Mozambican treasure, the musician Wazimbo & get his thoughts on culture, change & creativity. (That's he & I above.) Stay tuned for the next blog post where I'll share some resources related to those themes, both serious & … [Read more...] about Culture, change & creativity, an interview with Mozambican musician Wazimbo
A forgotten bookmark & the 7 chapters of life
A forgotten bookmark in a dusty, old book, takes a chance, & well, magic happens. Like rediscovering an old friend, colleague or first love. Like rediscovering a love for learning, an appetite for adventure, a yearning for travel. Like thriving in the fast paced, complex, changing environment … [Read more...] about A forgotten bookmark & the 7 chapters of life
Perspectives on menstruation. It's seriously funny. Period.
"Other" can make people squirm. So can "different." It's the cause of much misunderstanding and strife. Watch this hilarious video about the reactions of some commuters listening to a dad talking to his daughter about her first period. Their perspective is very unlike his. It's seriously funny. … [Read more...] about Perspectives on menstruation. It's seriously funny. Period.
Adding creativity to the juicy mix. It's a good thing.
When my friend & colleague Aaron Johannes sent me an email saying 'This is the best book site ever' naturally I was intrigued. It takes a bit to finagle (hint: use small arrows in lower right corner to navigate) but it's pretty cool. Essentially the author, Miranda July (that's her above), … [Read more...] about Adding creativity to the juicy mix. It's a good thing.
Peace with pants: an evolved Mountain Life Lens® is a strategic partner
I'm a Carrot Life Lens® and my partner is a Mountain Life Lens®.  I go gaga over details and systems while he loves the big picture and the view from above. When we were putting away some laundry lately, I handed him a pair of pants. 'Which category do these pants go with?' he asked. My jaw … [Read more...] about Peace with pants: an evolved Mountain Life Lens® is a strategic partner
Training & development learning well August blog post round up
If you didn't catch all the posts this month simply peruse & click what's below. Here's the Rock.Paper.Scissors' monthly training & development round up for the month of August. Learn well in the training & development learning well. Dive deep into the learning well or take a small … [Read more...] about Training & development learning well August blog post round up
What frames your view? A Life Lenses® take on provocative video
Is the video below funny, creative, rule breaking and subversive or a waste of time, waste of energy and sadly pathetic? Depends on your view. Depends on how you frame things. A Carrot Life Lens® appreciates the attention to detail. A Mountain Life Lens® likes the strategy. A Destination Life … [Read more...] about What frames your view? A Life Lenses® take on provocative video
