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I don’t know about you, but for me, the world right now is a lot.
Amidst the tragedy and uncertainty, one thing that hits me is that the world is becoming more divided. Putting up walls, cooperating a bit less. That isn’t just on the world stage; I see it in client organisations as well from Senior Leadership through to management teams. People are becoming insular, working in silos, going with what and whom they know rather than valuing difference.
We live in a world where technology is moving faster than ever, and paradoxically, this means human connection matters more than ever.
Humans are inherently social beings and thrive when working in groups. We often struggle in isolation, and loneliness is increasingly recognized as a significant mental health issue. While remote work, AI, and automation have simplified many aspects of our lives, they have also contributed to a sense of disconnection, especially post-COVID. The days of spontaneous chats by the coffee machine seem to be fading away.
What is your meaning and purpose in life? Can you answer what theoretically is a simple question? Most of us will have heard people say ‘live life to the fullest’ whether it be friends, family, parents or colleagues but what does that actually mean?
It wasn’t until March 21st 2006 when I truly understood the essence of that statement.
I began a journey as a rugby player diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening heart condition. Big existential questions circulated for a while as I tried in earnest to make sense of my new ‘forced’ identity. Questions such as ‘Why me?’, ‘Who am I if not the rugby player?’