The fourth killer is?

The fourth killer is?

Let’s recap… the past few weeks we have learnt how to overcome three deadly types of silence: #1 – Fear punishment or harsh consequences #2 – Self-doubt #3 – Following the crowd (aka bystander apathy) Have you been able to shift the culture in your home or workplace...
What is the third deadly silence?

What is the third deadly silence?

You can see that the evidence is mounting against the old adage, ‘silence is golden’. Knowing when to bite your tongue is definitely wise but it is also wise to know when to speak up and to use your voice well. It is important not to be a sheep or allow those around...
What type of silence kills?

What type of silence kills?

Last week we looked at the first type of silence that can literally kill people, or at very least kill morale – Fear of punishment or harsh consequences. Where have you noticed this happening? What steps have you taken to overcome it? What steps do you still need to...
Is silence really golden?

Is silence really golden?

No, of course all silence is not. Although there might be times when it is wise to bite our tongue, too many families and organisations have unhealthy ‘cultures’ of silence. All too often, we complain about injustice, prejudice, inefficiencies, dishonesty (the list...
Do you want to open doors?

Do you want to open doors?

Last week we learnt a simple yet powerful way to improve our existing relationships in just 5 seconds. I wonder how much benefit you are noticing after only one week of applying your new ritual? A great deal, I hope. This week I’d like to focus on your relationships...
Is love a decision or an emotion?

Is love a decision or an emotion?

There are hundreds of resources that debate whether love is an emotion or a decision. Let’s start by viewing it as an emotion… can you spot the problem? Yip, our feelings and emotions are fleeting, volatile and at times even somewhat uncontrollable. If you believe...