Growth

I often see differing models around to explain the emotional and psychological space ones needs to be in to grow. I prefer the model of three concentric circles, where the innermost represents comfort and the outermost represents panic:

The key to effective growth is to be exposed to just enough pressure/information to get out of one’s comfort zone but not so much that one becomes overwhelmed.

Working questions

  1. How can we celebrate growth?

Suggested reading

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success - Carol S. Dweck, 2006

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