I've suffered at work with the 'that's how it's always been' mindset and I think it's become my number one pet peeve. Luckily, I've managed to break through it a couple of times, and I'm always on the outlook for tired, outdated, unimpactful ideas that hold places more intelligent notions could have instead.
That's the perspective - a look of environments has that "that's how it has always been done ", we hold the keys to progressing the situation. Thank you for engaging Jack. I'm glad to have you back on Substack.
The ability to ask thought-provoking questions is the mark of a great thinker. If we always accept the status quo and never question it, no innovation or improvement happens to us.
When it comes to altruism, I fall in the small camp that says as long as someone is actually helping others, their intention doesn’t matter. If we apply a broad definition of selfishness to everything, there is nothing that we won’t see as selfish.
Helping others is important, and while intentions matter, sometimes the overall impact counts most. Good intentions add value, but the big picture of making a positive difference is what truly matters in the end. Thank you for engaging my friend :-).
Actively seeking healthy connections and creating new pathways to self growth are signs of a seeker who constantly questions the conventional thinking. True, all new inventions and creations are a result of such a mindset.
Interesting read Tinashe! One should ask unconventional questions to challenge the status quo and if this is done with an altruistic intent, it definitely should be welcomed. Thank you for sharing this 😊
An interesting and thought-provoking essay, Tinashe. Thank you for showing us how these two are connected.
Most people are good at asking questions about what there is. They can succeed ... in an environment or setting that another has defined for them.
With the type of thinking and questioning you discuss here, we can stretch boundaries, imagining what there could be, not just altering the techniques of doing what there has been.
Divergent questions help us see beyond what's normal. It is not just about fixing old problems, but coming up with totally new ideas. Thank you for your insights as always my friend :-).
A very powerful article, Tinashe. Doing something good for another is the highest form of selfishness (in a good way). It will only ever contribute to our well being.
Wise and thought-provoking words Tinashe. The little pauses, not so normal questions and open mindset to seek answers to those questions can make a huge difference in both personal and professional worlds. Thank you for writing this :)
Sometimes it's difficult to 'think outside the box,' or 'think different' as the old Apple ad said. I guess we get staid in our mindsets. Good to consider things from 'both sides now.' Thanks Tinashe.
A great lesson on the benefits and joys of “stretching beyond ourselves," by asking the right questions and doing what we can to help others. Your posts have such a wonderful way of inviting us to explore new ways of thinking, Tinashe.
I've suffered at work with the 'that's how it's always been' mindset and I think it's become my number one pet peeve. Luckily, I've managed to break through it a couple of times, and I'm always on the outlook for tired, outdated, unimpactful ideas that hold places more intelligent notions could have instead.
That's the perspective - a look of environments has that "that's how it has always been done ", we hold the keys to progressing the situation. Thank you for engaging Jack. I'm glad to have you back on Substack.
The ability to ask thought-provoking questions is the mark of a great thinker. If we always accept the status quo and never question it, no innovation or improvement happens to us.
When it comes to altruism, I fall in the small camp that says as long as someone is actually helping others, their intention doesn’t matter. If we apply a broad definition of selfishness to everything, there is nothing that we won’t see as selfish.
Great piece, Tinashe.
Great summary!
Helping others is important, and while intentions matter, sometimes the overall impact counts most. Good intentions add value, but the big picture of making a positive difference is what truly matters in the end. Thank you for engaging my friend :-).
Actively seeking healthy connections and creating new pathways to self growth are signs of a seeker who constantly questions the conventional thinking. True, all new inventions and creations are a result of such a mindset.
Thanks for your insight Arun - I am glad to have you here.
Interesting read Tinashe! One should ask unconventional questions to challenge the status quo and if this is done with an altruistic intent, it definitely should be welcomed. Thank you for sharing this 😊
I am glad you enjoyed the read and thanks for commenting Bansi.
An interesting and thought-provoking essay, Tinashe. Thank you for showing us how these two are connected.
Most people are good at asking questions about what there is. They can succeed ... in an environment or setting that another has defined for them.
With the type of thinking and questioning you discuss here, we can stretch boundaries, imagining what there could be, not just altering the techniques of doing what there has been.
Thank you for this, once again.
I am glad you found it interesting.
Divergent questions help us see beyond what's normal. It is not just about fixing old problems, but coming up with totally new ideas. Thank you for your insights as always my friend :-).
A very powerful article, Tinashe. Doing something good for another is the highest form of selfishness (in a good way). It will only ever contribute to our well being.
Thank you for the feedback and being here, Ingrid.
Wise and thought-provoking words Tinashe. The little pauses, not so normal questions and open mindset to seek answers to those questions can make a huge difference in both personal and professional worlds. Thank you for writing this :)
Love this! It just take one daring, different question to unveil a whole new perspective.
I am glad it resonates and thank you for engaging as always Sharon :-).
Love how the questions allow for new ideas!
I am glad you enjoyed it and thanks for engaging Priya.
Sometimes it's difficult to 'think outside the box,' or 'think different' as the old Apple ad said. I guess we get staid in our mindsets. Good to consider things from 'both sides now.' Thanks Tinashe.
A great lesson on the benefits and joys of “stretching beyond ourselves," by asking the right questions and doing what we can to help others. Your posts have such a wonderful way of inviting us to explore new ways of thinking, Tinashe.