Hey there, welcome to the MacThrive podcast! In this super interesting episode, "System - my favorite word; everything's connected, the sooner you realize it, the better," I'm going to share with you my personal journey and fascination with systems and interconnectedness. We'll explore how understanding systems can help us make sense of the world around us.

So, I'll take you back to my university days, where I discovered Murray Bowen's System Family Therapy. It totally captivated me with its comprehensive framework for understanding family functioning. I'll give you a rundown of the 8 interrelated concepts at the heart of Bowen's theory, like differentiation of self and triangles, which provide a roadmap for understanding family dynamics.

Now, here's the cool part - these concepts aren't just limited to psychotherapy. They apply to all sorts of fields and aspects of life. I'll dive into the five building blocks of understanding family as a system, such as maintaining balance, feedback, subsystems, boundaries, and rules. These foundations can be applied to any organization or environment, be it a family, a workplace, or even your own goals.

As an ERP systems specialist, I've had some amazing experiences in analyzing organizations through the lens of interconnected systems. I'll share how finding balance, identifying feedback loops, understanding subsystems, recognizing boundaries, and evaluating rules within an organization can make all the difference.

So, join me in this thought-provoking episode, and let's give the perspective of systems a try together. Open your mind to a higher level view of the world around you, and discover the connections, rules, and boundaries that influence your life. Learn to navigate relationships more effectively and embrace the power of understanding systems in both your personal and professional life. Tune in to MacThrive, and let's explore the world of systems together!

Link to the written episode summary: https://www.macbetlinski.com/system-my-favorite-word-everythings-connected