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Chapter 14 Beyond individualism: A multilevel approach to the Inner Development Goals

  • Boaz Feldman und Marc Santolini
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Inner Development Goals
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Abstract

In this chapter, we offer a multilevel relational approach to the practice of the Inner Development Goals (IDGs). Our inner lives span wider than the bounds of our own minds and bodies: inner experiences are interdependent with others and the world, and there are important benefits to transcending an individualistic account of IDGs. Here we aim to give a rigorous multidisciplinary conceptualization and delineate a praxis to embody and enact a spectrum of selfhood, from the small parts of our inner experiences all the way to the emergence of our social-political identities – from neurons to nations. Such a methodology could help to dissolve boundaries between the inner life and connecting with others, and mutually reinforce the benefits of inner practice and worldly engagement. We provide insights from anthropology, contemplative traditions, philosophy, and contemporary sciences to describe the ways in which our sense of individual and collective self can be built and supported, supplemented by short exercises to encourage the embodiment of these conceptions. In order to get a practical felt sense of this nested spectrum of self-building, we propose a social somatics approach to sense and feel into the embodied experiences of how our sense of self arises together within ourselves, with others, and the world. This relational, multilevel reflexivity generalizes relational well-being at different scales, and we offer detailed practice descriptions and a case study to exemplify this reflexive praxis. Finally, we highlight applications in the corporate sector and possible pathways for development of these skills for team leaders, activists, politicians, and contemplatives.

Abstract

In this chapter, we offer a multilevel relational approach to the practice of the Inner Development Goals (IDGs). Our inner lives span wider than the bounds of our own minds and bodies: inner experiences are interdependent with others and the world, and there are important benefits to transcending an individualistic account of IDGs. Here we aim to give a rigorous multidisciplinary conceptualization and delineate a praxis to embody and enact a spectrum of selfhood, from the small parts of our inner experiences all the way to the emergence of our social-political identities – from neurons to nations. Such a methodology could help to dissolve boundaries between the inner life and connecting with others, and mutually reinforce the benefits of inner practice and worldly engagement. We provide insights from anthropology, contemplative traditions, philosophy, and contemporary sciences to describe the ways in which our sense of individual and collective self can be built and supported, supplemented by short exercises to encourage the embodiment of these conceptions. In order to get a practical felt sense of this nested spectrum of self-building, we propose a social somatics approach to sense and feel into the embodied experiences of how our sense of self arises together within ourselves, with others, and the world. This relational, multilevel reflexivity generalizes relational well-being at different scales, and we offer detailed practice descriptions and a case study to exemplify this reflexive praxis. Finally, we highlight applications in the corporate sector and possible pathways for development of these skills for team leaders, activists, politicians, and contemplatives.

Kapitel in diesem Buch

  1. Frontmatter I
  2. Frontmatter VI
  3. Foreword IX
  4. Acknowledgments
  5. Editor biographies XVII
  6. Contents XIII
  7. Introduction to Volume I 1
  8. Section 1: Being nature
  9. Chapter 1 Prelude 7
  10. Chapter 2 “Being” as the core IDG methodology: Why being holds successful IDGs together 13
  11. Chapter 3 Unlocking collective potential: The IDG experience through bread baking– manifesting narrative playfulness, wonder, and imagination 33
  12. Chapter 4 Outdoor eco-embodiment: A place-responsive integration of the IDG framework 49
  13. Chapter 5 Relating: Connecting as nature – an IDG practice towards relational, collective leadership grounded in ecocentrism 65
  14. Chapter 6 The transformative power of colors: Cultivating connection, collaboration, and sensemaking through art 87
  15. Section 2: Ancient wisdom
  16. Chapter 7 Prelude 103
  17. Chapter 8 Inner sustainability for global transformation: Living and leading from the essence of our being 109
  18. Chapter 9 Re-attuning to nature’s rhythms: The Chinese art of being, relating, and acting 131
  19. Chapter 10 Zen wisdom: When the Ten Bulls encountered the Inner Development Goals 149
  20. Chapter 11 Seasonal Circles of Change: A roadmap to embody the IDGs so we can co-create change 175
  21. Chapter 12 Systems Leadership: An inner and outer journey in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest 193
  22. Section 3: Interbeing
  23. Chapter 13 Prelude 207
  24. Chapter 14 Beyond individualism: A multilevel approach to the Inner Development Goals 213
  25. Chapter 15 Connectedness: Unpacking an essential factor of the Inner Development Goals 235
  26. Chapter 16 Listening beyond words: Building trust, nurturing relationships, and crafting impactful change 253
  27. Chapter 17 The Experience Cube: A model to increase being, relating, and collaborating for collective leadership 269
  28. Chapter 18 Contemplating or confronting? How the Inner Development Goals can activate reflexivity through Q methodology 291
  29. Chapter 19 Forgiveness and the missing IDG skill: From surviving genocide to leading the Rwanda Peace Education Programme 313
  30. Chapter 20 Nonviolent Communication is an Inner Development Booster 323
  31. Index
  32. Contributor Biographies
  33. Endorsements
https://doi.org/10.1515/9783111337913-015

Kapitel in diesem Buch

  1. Frontmatter I
  2. Frontmatter VI
  3. Foreword IX
  4. Acknowledgments
  5. Editor biographies XVII
  6. Contents XIII
  7. Introduction to Volume I 1
  8. Section 1: Being nature
  9. Chapter 1 Prelude 7
  10. Chapter 2 “Being” as the core IDG methodology: Why being holds successful IDGs together 13
  11. Chapter 3 Unlocking collective potential: The IDG experience through bread baking– manifesting narrative playfulness, wonder, and imagination 33
  12. Chapter 4 Outdoor eco-embodiment: A place-responsive integration of the IDG framework 49
  13. Chapter 5 Relating: Connecting as nature – an IDG practice towards relational, collective leadership grounded in ecocentrism 65
  14. Chapter 6 The transformative power of colors: Cultivating connection, collaboration, and sensemaking through art 87
  15. Section 2: Ancient wisdom
  16. Chapter 7 Prelude 103
  17. Chapter 8 Inner sustainability for global transformation: Living and leading from the essence of our being 109
  18. Chapter 9 Re-attuning to nature’s rhythms: The Chinese art of being, relating, and acting 131
  19. Chapter 10 Zen wisdom: When the Ten Bulls encountered the Inner Development Goals 149
  20. Chapter 11 Seasonal Circles of Change: A roadmap to embody the IDGs so we can co-create change 175
  21. Chapter 12 Systems Leadership: An inner and outer journey in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest 193
  22. Section 3: Interbeing
  23. Chapter 13 Prelude 207
  24. Chapter 14 Beyond individualism: A multilevel approach to the Inner Development Goals 213
  25. Chapter 15 Connectedness: Unpacking an essential factor of the Inner Development Goals 235
  26. Chapter 16 Listening beyond words: Building trust, nurturing relationships, and crafting impactful change 253
  27. Chapter 17 The Experience Cube: A model to increase being, relating, and collaborating for collective leadership 269
  28. Chapter 18 Contemplating or confronting? How the Inner Development Goals can activate reflexivity through Q methodology 291
  29. Chapter 19 Forgiveness and the missing IDG skill: From surviving genocide to leading the Rwanda Peace Education Programme 313
  30. Chapter 20 Nonviolent Communication is an Inner Development Booster 323
  31. Index
  32. Contributor Biographies
  33. Endorsements
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