Aha of today

Knowledge = information/data + related mental models. When sharing knowledge, make sure to share the underlying mental models also.

In design and product management, unvalidated/pending decisions are like holding internal inventory in manufacturing.

An ultramarathon runner has to pace during the race and rest and recover after. Same for someone who practices collaborative communication. I need to pace so I don’t get overwhelmed and I need to recover after a difficult conversation.

New concept: “toxic positivity”. Dysfunctional emotional management without the full acknowledgment of negative emotions, particularly anger and sadness. (Wikipedia)

We’re not the most intelligent form of life, we’re amazingly well adapted to the environments that we inhabit.

The basic difference between a request and a demand? Am I open to receiving a no to my question?

My actions and decisions have consequences. Going to sleep late -> feeling slow and tired the next day. Drinking coffee -> feeling jittery and restless.

#ahaoftoday I often meditate. Some days I do it to check it off my list. On my good days, I remember to relax into it and go with the breath.

#AhaOfToday It happened when I was triggered that my observations were mixed with inner stories that were filling the gaps in what I was hearing. That completely messed up the connection with the other.

#ahaoftoday About goal setting: When you see the carrot dangling before you… remember you’re holding the stick.