The Parliament Vol. 1, No. 19

What would you stand up for, even if it cost you?....

Author

Thomas Greek
November 15, 2024

COACHING PROMPT OF THE WEEK

“What would you stand up for, even if it cost you greatly?” 

Gaining clarity on our values helps us to make better decisions and improve relationships.  Greater self-awareness of our values can help us decide which risks are worth taking, what barriers need to be overcome and create a meaningful vision of our future selves.  You might consider asking some probing questions, such as:

  • If you had the opportunity to eliminate one problem, what would it be?

  • In what areas of your life do you refuse to compromise?

  • What would you fiercely fight for?

Remember that coaching isn’t telling! Coaching is about staying curious and making space for those in our care to become confident authors of their own stories.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Cognitive Dissonance

That uncomfortable feeling we get when our actions don’t align with our values can actually be an important tool for realizing a deeper sense of self-awareness.

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BE A FORCE MULTIPLIER!

Consider an exercise with your team where you evaluate where your actions don’t align with your values, your words, or your beliefs.  Have a conversation about ‘Cognitive Dissonance’ and see if there are opportunities to reassess your values or beliefs, or to modify your actions to bring them more in line with your intentions.  Be on the lookout for rationalizations that justify what might otherwise be a dissonant action!

RECOMMENDED READING

What is Cognitive Dissonance and How Do You Reduce it?

Cognitive dissonance happens when our actions misalign with our personal values, leading to stress and discomfort. Learn its causes and how to reduce it.

www.betterup.com/blog/cognitive-dissonance

As a Coach, I often see how conflicting beliefs or actions can create discomfort. In this excellent post, BetterUp provides one of the best descriptions of cognitive dissonance I’ve seen, including the relationship between cognitive dissonance and its cousin hypocrisy. The article offers strategies to navigate these feelings and experiences effectively for personal and professional growth.

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