Reflection

PURPOSE:

The purpose of this element of assessment is to invite you to examine and reflect on the interior landscape of your unique leadership perspective.

BACKGROUND:

This reading summarized strategies for stepping into the future. As describe by Scharmer and Kaufer (2013):

In order to lean from the emerging future, we have to activate a deep learning cycle that involves not only opening the mind (transcending the cognitive boundaries), but also opening the heart (transcending our relational boundaries) and opening the will (transcending the boundaries of our small will). The U process of learning from the emerging future follows three movements: "Observe, observe," "Retreat and reflect: allow the inner knowing to emerge," and "Act in an instant."

TASK:

To reflect on our personal and professional experience of Leading From the Emerging Future.

DELIVERABLES:

You are required to submit an individual reflection on the following questions. The reflection should be at least 2 and no longer than 3 pages double spaced. Be sure to reference any sources that you use.

1. What do you feel is wanting to transform within yourself?
2. What do you want to bring into being?
3. What do you need to let go of?
4. While reading this book, what has been your most important insight?
5. While reading this book, what has been your most important insight about yourself?
6. While reading this book, what has touched you and why?
7. While reading this book, what precious seed of the future (intention) did you become aware of?