The Sweet Spot of Being in the Flow
The Yerkes-Dodson-Law Some of us may relate to words like “hustle” and “push through,” but is there a scientific limit to how much pressure is actually productive? A century-old psychological principle, the Yerkes-Dodson Law, provides a crucial framework for understanding this delicate balance. Simply put, performance improves with an increase in physiological and mental arousal, but […]
A Coffee as Metaphor for Inner Teamwork
A Coffee as Metaphor for Inner Teamwork Home Blog July 6, 2025 Blog Our personality consists of different facets, also called ego states, each with unique emotions, memories, and needs. Recently, I sipped an iced coffee during a workshop break in Mexico. Seeing the ice cubes in the glass made me think of the various […]
Resilience-informed Leadership
Creating a Sense of Safety Rapid technological advancements are transforming our environment at an unprecedented pace. In this era, one critical factor stands out for successful leadership: resilience. But what exactly does “resilience-informed (self-)leadership” mean, and how can we cultivate it in ourselves and our organisations? End of June 2025 I was invited by the […]
Utilizing collegial counseling for Change Management
In a rapidly changing work environment, the ability to speak up, ask for help, and admit mistakes is crucial. However, these actions can only happen when employees feel secure—when they trust that their colleagues will listen, support them, and provide constructive feedback. How Collegial Counseling Can Foster Psychological Safety Over the past years, I have […]
Systemic Consensus for Ways Forward
In work environments characterized by diversity and complexity, decision-making is a real challenge. One method that offers a solution to this problem is systemic consensus. What is Systemic Consensus? Systemic consensus is a decision-making method aimed at finding solutions that all group members at least agree with. It is not a competition for the most […]
Overcoming One’s “Immunity to Change”
“What could I change about myself to have a positive effect on my life?” This question accompanied me on my journey to Berlin, where I participated in the “Immunity to Change” workshop by Johannes Willms, who directly learned the concept from Robert Kegan and Lisa Lahey. My desire for change that I wanted to work […]
Embodying non-violent Communication?
What is needed in this very moment? A similar question marks the beginning of a chapter in David K. Weinstock’s book, “Becoming What You Need – Practices for Embodying Nonviolent Communication.” I encountered this concept unexpectedly during a retreat on a sunny November afternoon, in a workshop that was not originally on our agenda. Under […]
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