I just completed this thinking map for Laura West for her "Own Your Big Self Teleseminar". I am always reminded to get out of the way. Initally we were using the metaphor of the petals of a flower to help guide the idea that marketing our businesses is more than just a message. When we take a look at all that goes into it, the message can be much fuller and more impactful. We needed to keep the image open and light so people has space to fill it in. What emerged was more like a sun with its rays and the center of all of it is where the power is. So, I am reminded always, to get out of the way and let the image emerge. I approach my work by listening on a lot of different levels. What we need the most now is connection and meaning. The meaning belongs to the those who are inspiring it, I have seen time and again, that the action the results holds more potential and is inspired in itself.
If you have a project that might benefit from Graphic Facilitation (of course, I think all conversations and meetings can benefit- but I am a little biased- in a good way) and you just arent sure what the first step is; feel free to send me a note and we can explore it together. There is nothing more powerful than having the big picture!
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Wonderful imagery! It is amazing how images can be such a powerful communication tool. The fact hat it is shaped s the sun really reinforces both the possibility represented by each of the "rays" as well as the wholeness represented by all of them being present collectively. So many different ways to see it and all of them work. Love it.
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