As we welcome spring in the northern hemisphere, many of us are feeling a sense of optimism and hope as we look forward to longer, brighter days and the promise of new life and growth.
Here at Wellspring Institute, we're also eagerly anticipating #CompassionNow - a free, virtual event hosted by the Global Compassion Coalition that promises a half-day of inspiration and action where, together with leading compassion researchers, trainers, and advocates, attendees will learn and practice ways to spread compassion to every corner of society. There is no cost to attend and anyone who registers will also receive an invitation to join a new initiative aimed at cultivating compassion in their local community. It's happening on April 15 and you can learn more here.
Accountability can be defined as an acceptance of responsibility for honest and ethical conduct in our words and actions. It’s the process of aligning our differences through greater understanding, while considering multiple perspectives.
Accountability alone, though, is not enough. The true power lies in combining accountability with compassion, which allows us to prioritize both the well-being of
others and the achievement of meaningful results.
Placing ourselves at the center of our worlds is a double-edged sword. While we can claim all the credit for our successes, we tend to be harder on ourselves when things don’t go well. Research shows that grateful people experience less of a low in failure. And when you shift your focus to the people and circumstances that helped you, it's easier to feel a sense of belonging, and trust that you are worthy of your place in the circle of life.
That is the home of optimal confidence.
by Courtney Amo, Julie Beulac, PhD, and Casey Berglund
More than ever, we need leaders who are authentic, aligned, and in tune with their bodies and their environments, who connect deeply with others, show empathy and compassion, recognize the value of diversity, and can hold space for difficult conversations.
Setting an intention before beginning a task or activity can help guide your actions so that they are in line with your values. Doing this can support personal growth and positively influence your actions, work, and relationships.
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