Identity Crisis: How Interest Groups Struggle to Define Themselves in WashingtonHeaney, Michael T
If you don’t find a way to establish a sense of self-identity outside of your job, you may struggle with deeper, more intense emotions when confronted with the idea of losing that job. And you might be the best employee in the entire world, but things sometimes happen that seem to r...
Although diversity is a great investment, human resources teams often struggle to push through with their DEI initiatives. Why? Many companies lack data to justify investments. Only 15% of companies connect their DEI progress to business outcomes such as increased profitability or productivity. Those...
You retire and struggle with your identity. You don't know who you are outside of your job and feel like you no longer have a purpose. You go through a breakup and grieve the loss of the future you had imagined. You don't know how to visualize a new path for yourself. ...
This is not an exhaustive list, but it highlights the most common emotional core wounds that people struggle with.How many can you relate to? How to Find Your Core Wound (3 Practices) There’s a crack in everything; that’s how the light gets in. ...
Central Idea: Learning about oneself enables people to develop self-identity. Lines of Inquiry: 1.Our personal interests. 2.Our abilities and what we can do. 3.Our social and emotional characteristics. Key Concepts: 1.Pers...
In some ways, not having children in the home made it easier to forge our identity as a married couple. Although we shared values, we didn’t share history with each others’ children. We each brought our traditions and expectations to bear. When I recently chose to divorce this man who...
Transitioning from an identity centered around motherhood to a broader, more self-focused role can feel overwhelming. However, it also offers an opportunity for self-discovery, growth, and renewal. Rediscovering Hobbies and Passions Many women set aside personal interests while raising children, often...
Developing and maintaining a strong social identity can require significant resources, including time, money, and personnel. Companies may struggle to balance their social and environmental initiatives with their core business operations and financial goals. In addition, social elements of running a busine...
Many people around the globe still struggle to make ends meet. According to theWorld Bank, an estimated 700.6 million people lived in extreme poverty in September 2023.8 It's estimated that more than 40% of the world's population lives in poverty, with the U.S. scoring the worst among deve...