The need for true problem solving conversation that is NOT "bowing up" AT one another BUT "bowing down" WITH one another is so immense in these times. I think some suits barred, table in a Japanese garden time might help. Really. Our growing inability to have reasonable conversations is frightening for our present and future. The atmosphere that is growing around us is toxic. Reading Facebook and Twitter alone displays anger and hatred being spewed via memes and comments, most of which are absent a massive amount of information and understanding. What is taking place on the road to presidential nominees is evidence of what "leadership" is displaying. It's not just tone of voice, it's also the words used, the stereotyping,the lack of listening, the misrepresentation, and so much more. I get that there are ideological differences, but that doesn't mean we have to be a barbaric people. We need men and women who have the ability to lead as conversational atmosphere creators, changing the tone, and the outcome possibilities; true problem solving capacity. One can seemingly win all of the arguments, yet loose so much more over accumulated time. By the way, if you find yourself wanting to argue with this post, it is quite possible that you're not the one to facilitate and mediate. If you are a public leader or communicator, consider having someone help you filter and think through how you communicate your content, and how you can work with those around you a little more effectively.
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