"It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that things are difficult." Seneca In the agile world, this translates to the concept of embracing challenges head-on. Being agile nudges us to step out of our comfort zones, experiment, and learn from failures. It's aboutContinue reading "It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that things are difficult"
The Power of Intentional Language in Agile Workspaces: A Neuro-Agile Perspective
The Power of Intentional Language in Agile In the fast-paced world of agile ways of working, the words we choose and the language we use are more than just a means of communication. They are powerful tools that can significantly influence our nervous system, particularly the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems, which govern our body's responseContinue reading "The Power of Intentional Language in Agile Workspaces: A Neuro-Agile Perspective"
We are disturbed not by what happens to us, but by our thoughts about what happens
"We are disturbed not by what happens to us, but by our thoughts about what happens." Epictetus Intentional language is vital in agile. Stoicism teaches us that our reactions to events, not the events themselves that shape our experience. Agile emphasises clear, purposeful communication to foster teamwork and adaptability. Fewer but specific intentional words winContinue reading "We are disturbed not by what happens to us, but by our thoughts about what happens"
We cannot choose our external circumstances, but we can always choose how we respond to them
"We cannot choose our external circumstances, but we can always choose how we respond to them." Epictetus This stoic tidbit encourages us to be conscious of our reactions, not immediately react to the situation. Sometimes as agile practitioners we need to pause and, well... check ourselves before we wreck ourselves š More laterally I thinkContinue reading "We cannot choose our external circumstances, but we can always choose how we respond to them"
The obstacle in the path becomes the path.
"The obstacle in the path becomes the path. Never forget, within every obstacle is an opportunity to improve our condition." - MarcusĀ Aurelius I have been deeply inspired by stoic quotes over the last 6 months. So much so that I have decided I am going to start to share some of my favourite. Not justContinue reading "The obstacle in the path becomes the path."