Curiosity not Judgement

There are no shortage of things to complain about. Some upsets aren't worth the time and effort to raise a stink. However, there are times when you may need to raise your voice and speak out about something. As Gary and Birga discuss, there are some great curious questions to ask in order to ensure that your complaint gets some results.

When you think back to times in your life where you made decisions that had a negative impact, are you left with feelings of regret? Can those feeling serve us? Join the conversation around regrets, and how to move beyond shame and into a space of healing and hope.

Inspired by a presentation from Jordan Rayner, author of Redeeming Your Time, Gary and Birga jump into a discussion about the ways we get things done not only impact those around us, but ultimately our productivity and mental wellbeing. Are you busy? Or, are you in a hurry? The difference matters.

We all have experiences from our childhood that impact us. One curious question is: Can we find the bridge between the stories of our past and the ways in which we react in the present? The effort it takes to do a little digging may help us as we look to be the best version of ourselves.

Are you a hospitable person? What does it take to ensure the people in your life feel seen, heard and appreciated? Gary and Birga discuss how the concept of "I thought about you before you got here" can pay big dividends.

Gary and Birga often talk about the need for curious questions. But, is there ever an occasion where we might need to lead with judgement? Surprisingly, yes. When decisive action is needed, judgement takes over. There are also times when asking questions can become problematic. Listen in to learn more.

Inspired by a recent presentation by Arthur C Brooks, Gary and Birga talk about the concept of removing things from your bucket list, and finding great satisfaction with less. Brooks goes on to share an equation for happiness that gets us thinking!

Have you missed the chance to share with someone the things that are important to you? Is it something that can be rectified, or is it too late? Gary and Birga discuss missed communication and some of the ways that could be implemented to correct it.

Have you ever been asked a simple question that caused you to feel uncomfortable or nervous? Perhaps you've asked an innocent question of someone else, and you watch them have an almost physical reaction. What's going on here? Join Gary and Birga for this important conversation.

Do you ever take an action in good faith that may have led to a bad outcome? It's worth evaluating what we consider "good" in order to weigh the impact of our actions. It's a curious line of thinking, and one we hope you'll take with us today.