Creative Tension

I am fascinated by language and words. I find joy understanding connections between concepts and ideas, thoughts and deeds. I am particularly intrigued by the concept of 'creative tension'. I believe creative tension is a key precursor to transformative change for individuals, organizations and communities....

byLucy Shenouda

Creative Tension

Language and words fascinate me. I find joy in understanding the connections between concepts and ideas. Between thoughts and deeds. I am particularly intrigued by the concept of 'creative tension'.

byLucy Shenouda

Understood. Copy That. 10-4

I am fascinated by the knowing and not knowing of people and situations. I notice the outward appearances, colours, movements and facial expressions. I observe. I wonder about the situation. I speculate, extrapolate. We all do it.

byLucy Shenouda

An Imperfect Practice

For some, imperfection is a challenge and a fact of life. For others, the concept of imperfection is uncomfortable, avoided at all costs. There are costs to holding out for perfection. Leading a team through change is a challenge and an opportunity....

byLucy Shenouda

What’s At Stake?

What’s at Stake? Missing my deadline. I really dislike missing deadlines. In this very moment, I openly confess to having writer’s block and the deadline is looming. I’m stuck! I want and look for inspiration. So, I seek refuge in...

byLucy Shenouda

The Busy Mind

In those moments, when I am caught up in my busy mind, I find myself actually in a paradox of in-action. I am more in my mind, in a made up world of constant activity that has yet to see...

byLucy Shenouda

The Fragile Ego

There is a lot of light in my life. Opportunities realized. Relationships flourished. Challenges met. Hard-won victories. These events have come with time, connection, relationships, hard work and a sense of conviction and tenacity. Yet with all the personal self-development...

byLucy Shenouda