Posts by SusanBreedt
Leaky Containers: How to Anticipate and Work With Them in Facilitation
Have you ever facilitated a meeting, whether in person or on Zoom and found yourself wondering if anyone was truly paying attention? In virtual settings, it might be a sea of dark, empty screens. In person, it could be people sneaking glances at their phones or stepping out for “a quick call.” In both cases,…
Read MoreUsing the Enneagram to Guide Personal and Organisational Wellness
What does the word “wellness” make you think of? Maybe it conjures up images of physical fitness, regular gym sessions, balanced diets, sleep and perhaps a bit of meditation against a peaceful mountain or beach backdrop. True wellness goes far beyond this. According to the Global Wellness Institute, wellness is “the active pursuit of…
Read MoreInner and Outer Thresholds: Ceremony and Ritual in Enneagram Work
“What is one aspect of your way of being you want to let go of?” asks Lucille Greeff, Chief Product Officer at Aephoria. She encourages us to identify what no longer serves us – whether it’s negative self-talk, or instant gratification, or resentment – in order to begin the inner work required to move through…
Read MoreWhat Happens to Personality During the Post-Conventional Stages of Maturity
Many of us wander through life within the conventional stages of maturity, often shaped by group norms and familial influences. Dr. Julia Kukard, Chief Knowledge Officer at Aephoria, points out that, surprisingly, only 20% of people actually progress past conventional stages to exist within the post-conventional stages of maturity, often only later in life. During…
Read MoreInner World, Outer Impact: The Ripple Effect of a Leader’s Personality
A business owner’s personality can dictate the direction of their organisation. This begs the question: how does your personality show up in your organisation? Does it hinder or help your people, your organisational strategy, and even your clients or customers? Maybe you’re a bit scared to look. After all, we humans are rarely comfortable with…
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