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Chapter 11 Seasonal Circles of Change: A roadmap to embody the IDGs so we can co-create change

  • Cathryn LeCorre
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Inner Development Goals
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Abstract

The Seasonal Circles of Change invite us into a transformational journey of growth, connection, and co-creation by engaging with the natural rhythms of the earth. Nature becomes our guide so we can see, understand, and influence patterns. Fostered in partnership with the Inner Development Goals (IDGs), the seasonal cycles provide a path of practice for changemakers who want to co-create change.

This chapter is for changemakers who want to co-create conditions for thriving, together. The root meaning of thrive is “to prosper”. The aim of a prosperous person is to cultivate endurance, dedication, and awareness by remembering the presence and possibilities within each person (Bhajan, 2013). When changemakers thrive, their communities thrive. Thriving together emphasizes the importance of healing while creating the conditions for the collective well-being of our communities. Rupa Marya and Raj Patel (2021) call for a return to our true selves through creating communities of care that put the intelligence of life at the center.

The Seasonal Circles of Change process puts nature at the center so we can co-create conditions to thrive, together. The process encourages us to create into our full potential, rather than fix something we see as broken. This discussion includes stories to illustrate the application of the seasonal cycles in the personal and collective domains and invites changemakers to engage in the practice of leadership so we can align inner motivations with outward action.

Abstract

The Seasonal Circles of Change invite us into a transformational journey of growth, connection, and co-creation by engaging with the natural rhythms of the earth. Nature becomes our guide so we can see, understand, and influence patterns. Fostered in partnership with the Inner Development Goals (IDGs), the seasonal cycles provide a path of practice for changemakers who want to co-create change.

This chapter is for changemakers who want to co-create conditions for thriving, together. The root meaning of thrive is “to prosper”. The aim of a prosperous person is to cultivate endurance, dedication, and awareness by remembering the presence and possibilities within each person (Bhajan, 2013). When changemakers thrive, their communities thrive. Thriving together emphasizes the importance of healing while creating the conditions for the collective well-being of our communities. Rupa Marya and Raj Patel (2021) call for a return to our true selves through creating communities of care that put the intelligence of life at the center.

The Seasonal Circles of Change process puts nature at the center so we can co-create conditions to thrive, together. The process encourages us to create into our full potential, rather than fix something we see as broken. This discussion includes stories to illustrate the application of the seasonal cycles in the personal and collective domains and invites changemakers to engage in the practice of leadership so we can align inner motivations with outward action.

Chapters in this book

  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/10.1515/9783111337913-012

Chapters in this book

  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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