Before We Change the World
Here's an inspirational article about individual change: QUOTE “When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world. As I grew older and wiser, I discovered the world would not change, so I shortened my sights and decided to change only my country. But, it too seemed immovable. As I grew into my twilight years, in one last desperate attempt, I settled for changing only family, only those closest to me, but alas, they would have none of it. And now as I lie on my deathbed, I suddenly realize, if I had only changed myself first, then by example I would have changed my family. From their inspiration and encouragement I would then have been able to better my country and, who knows, I may have even changed the world.” Quote from an Anglican bishop found inscribed on his tomb in Westminster Abbey (mentioned by Richard Leider in Coaching for Leadership by Goldsmith et al) TIP Try reflecting on the Bridges transition framework for tips on how to navi...