Just one more Boris story." This was the nightly plea I heard from my daughter just before bedtime. It meant another opportunity for me to conjure up a tale based on her experiences and my imagination that might help her sort through a question from her day. Boris is a mythical character, a dog that happens to be experiencing the same life challenges as Rebecca did when she was eight to ten years old and every problem seemed like an overwhelming conundrum, or at least a terrific drama opportunity. While Boris initially had the same feelings and thoughts as Rebecca, he was always able to find the possible solutions that existed, no matter how hopeless the situation appeared through the eyes of a young girl. The Boris fables are beloved because they are entertaining and also enable children to get a little distance from their concerns. They can get a new perspective on their world without feeling that they are being lectured to or that "parental advice" is being imposed. Boris is the perfect medium to share "un-discussable topics" and to discover creative solutions to problems. Most importantly, the stories serve as a stimulus for engaging in meaningful conversation about important life issues.
T. S. Elliot wrote: At the still point of the turning world. Neither flesh not fleshless; Neither from not towards; at the still point , there the dance is, Except for the point, the still point. There would be no dance, and there is only the dance. This book talks about the still point in an entirely new way by framing it as our internal home. It also provides a path to coming home based on extensive research and personal experience. If you are interested in the dance of spiritual transformation, this is a must read. Barry Cohen, Ph.D. Dr. Bellingham enlightens the reader by sharing his personal life experiences in an extraordinarily meaningful context. He bridges the divide between eastern and western thought to form one fully human message. He has the rare ability to satisfy and integrate our intellectual curiosity with our search for spiritual fulfillment. Bill OBrien, Ph.D. Having known the author for over 40 years, and witnessing many aspects of his spiritual journey, I highly recommend this book for anyone who continues to strive to find his inner self, or to be HOME. My own quest for SERENITY has been enriched by reading this book, and by witnessing Dr. Bellinghams life-long desire to find inner peace. We can indeed transform our lives from a mindless drill to a mindful dance with enough work, desire and by digesting the thoughts expressed in this wonderful accounting of the authors life and experiences. Ronald Irwin M.D. This is coming-to-wisdom story with hope for us all. This tale is all personal, with regular bits of carefully crafted ways to grasp the most elusive thoughts of the worlds greatest teachers and soul guides. Read it. Smile at the disarming honesty. And be heartened. For hes showing how wisdom can flourish more widely than ever in America. -Artie Egendorf, Ph. D. Author of Healing from the War and originator of Super Integral Synergy (http://sismoves.com) By openly and honestly illuminating his experience and journey over 40 years, Dr. Bellingham shines a bright light on our own unique paths. He knows the territory with all its hills and valleys. With this book we, who are researchers, can be assured we are home already. To me, being fully present with a deep sense of love for all things is the key message. We are not separate. Mary Alice Fox
I have known Rick for over 30 years as a friend and professional colleague. He has lived his life and guided his clients according to a simple, yet powerful narrative align your spiritual, mental, physical and emotional energy with your lifes purpose. If you wake up every day, express gratitude and help others, your life will be meaningful. The chapters in this book give the reader guidance into this philosophy for a fulfilled life. Peter M. Fasolo, Ph.D. Chief HR Officer Johnson & Johnson The word Renaissance means rebirth. In my mind, when I think of this word, I have an image of a peony or a tulip opening over a week each day the bloom is reborn different and wondrous. I am always curious about what it became overnight. That is what it is like to read Rick Bellinghams Perspectives and Possibilities. Each musing is a chance to explore a new organizing framework and to be curious - curious about how we can lead more fulfilling and purposeful lives. It is a book to be picked up and put down with a deep sense of trust that the inspiration that is needed for renaissance will be found in these pages. Pat Zigarmi, Ph.D.. Co-Founder, The Ken Blanchard Companies Author, Situational Leadership II This book both inspires and challenges you to consider how you might learn, grow, and love more! In his own self-effacing way, Rick always challenges me to think more deeply about how I conduct my life while inspiring and encouraging me! How fortunate we all are to be inspired by Ricks words and to know that lifes possibilities are ever increasing if we are only awake to them. Julie Meek, PhD, RN Former Founder & CEO, The Haelan Group Now Clinical Professor, Indiana University
Does your organization have soul? Are you passionate about a higher purpose? Do you engage in meaningful dialogue? Are you caring and compassionate? Do you spend time reflecting on critical issues? People in soulful organizations are able to say they demonstrate these behaviors everyday. You can become one of those people by following the advice and guidance in this innovative book. Creating Organizational Soul makes a compelling case for the strong connection between organizational soul and productivity, innovation and results. The intent of the book is to get leaders to take a hard look at where they are and look for ways to get better. The author demonstrates how to create soul in business, social service agencies and education. Included are many examples of exemplary fast-growing companies, large companies, small businesses, not-for-profit organizations and universities that are stepping up and making a difference. You'll learn: The principles of a soulful organization; What a soulless organization looks like; The conditions necessary for creating organizational soul; Success stories of people who have created soul in their organizations; How to get people and organizations to do what they need to do to create organizational soul and achieve extraordinary results. You'll also get tools to help you measure the soul health and sickness of your organization, assess your leadership ability and measure soulful conditions. Of special interest to leaders are the conversation templates that can be used in goal-setting sessions, mid-year and end-of-year reviews with employees.
This book is full of new ways to overcome the barriers created when people work in different locations: How to create a forum for idea-sharing, solve problems among people from multiple functions, keep everyone in the "virtual loop," prevent things from slipping through the cracks, keep members up-to-date on changes and decisions, and much more.
This guide teaches all managers how to find the inspirational elements in their own work and the work their employees do. An innovative managerial prescription for combating the cynicism that reigns in today's organizations at all levels.
People and culture the two most important ingredients in generating new sources of gain and intellectual property in a merger or acquisition are all too often underleveraged. In this book for HR professionals, Dr. Bellingham focuses on how you can manage these critical components in the change process, elevate your strategic importance and personal positioning in the organization and contribute to the lasting success of the business. In eight chapters, this must-read manual will prepare you to handle the critical areas in which HR should play a major role before they come up. These include organization design and staffing, key talent retention, strategic engagement, leader transition, senior leadership summit, team alignment, culture alignment and change leadership.
This book provides a practical plan and roadmap to start the knowledge management process. It walks the reader through all the stages - assessment, planning, deployment, and evaluation - and then puts it together to expand the reader's core competency and win competitive advantage.
No other book takes such a systematic approach to HR optimization. The 14 chapters each discuss one HR function and its components, functions, processes, conditions and standards. Each chapter includes a scale for assessing where you are and where you want to be, the reasons you need to look at things differently, critical success factors, and lessons learned.
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