#7 From Self-Doubt to Self-Discovery: Embracing the Intelligence of Doubt
Rumination
We all grapple with moments of self-doubt, and many of us see it as the enemy. David Whyte sees it differently, as he observes, "wanting soul life without the dark, warming intelligence of personal doubt is like expecting an egg without the brooding heat of the mother hen." Could self-doubt be the very thing that shapes and hones our potential and future evolution?
Invitation
Recognising the Value of Self-Doubt
At its core, self-doubt is born out of self-awareness. It keeps us grounded and invites us to question, assess, and reevaluate, ensuring that our path, while challenging, remains rooted in humility and growth.
Harnessing Doubt
Rather than viewing doubt as an obstacle, we can see it as an invitation - to seek feedback, foster creativity, and ask ourselves new and bigger questions. By engaging with our doubt, we can propel our lives, both professional and personal, forward.
Embracing the Journey
Every journey has its dark periods. But like the egg beneath the hen, it's during these times that transformation and breakthroughs occur.
Inspiration
As we navigate the complexities and uncertainties of the workplace today, let's not shy away from the wisdom that self-doubt can offer. To draw on what I’ve learnt from David Whyte, it’s not about having the right answers but it is about asking, and living, the right questions.
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Keynote Speaker | Future-Focused Leadership | Corporate Wellbeing & Resilience | Deloitte & KPMG consultant
1 年Steve Peralta - thanks for sharing. David Whyte's Crossing the Unknown Sea has influenced my work for many years. Having sat with much self-doubt, I can now see my work mission now as reconnecting people to their humanity. If we can do this, we will transform our organisations - enabling them to do the work required for humanity to survive and thrive. Thanks for being a voice for this change.