Barbara Frederickson has done extensive research in the area of positive psychology and also around relationships. One of the central themes here at the Teams365 blog is that exceptional teams have strong connection.
Here's what she writes in her book Love 2.0.
"Love, as your body experiences it, is a micro-moment of connection shared with another. And decades of research now shows that love, seen as these micro-moments of positive connection, fortifies the connection between your brain and your heart and makes you healthier. [...] It can seem surprising that an experience that lasts just a micro-moment can have any lasting effect on your health and longevity. Yet there’s an important feedback loop at work here, an upward spiral between your social and your physical well-being."
Since taking a course with Dr. Frederickson earlier this year I have been struck by this idea of micro-moments. I've seen it play out in my work over the years with teams and groups globally. As written above, the micro-moments, or nanoseconds of deep connection amongst team members, can have significant impact for leaders. Over the last six months I have been checking in anecdotally with leaders and coaches who work with teams to hear what they have noticed about these micro-moments. The idea of micro-moments is extremely appealing in today's rushed world. It's also gotten people excited about spending more time to focus in on these short conversations with their teams - individually and collectively.
My question to you today is "What micro-moments have created a tidal wave for your team?" What have been those watershed moments where looking back, things took a significant turn. And recall, teams don't move quickly. It is often these small changes that make a big difference.
Please share your thoughts!
Jennifer
Jennifer Britton
Potentials Realized | Coaching Team Leaders
Coaching Skills Training | Leadership Development | Teamwork
Growing Team Leaders, One Conversation at a Time(TM)
Contact us to discuss coaching or performance needs for your and your team
Phone: (416)996-8326
Here's what she writes in her book Love 2.0.
"Love, as your body experiences it, is a micro-moment of connection shared with another. And decades of research now shows that love, seen as these micro-moments of positive connection, fortifies the connection between your brain and your heart and makes you healthier. [...] It can seem surprising that an experience that lasts just a micro-moment can have any lasting effect on your health and longevity. Yet there’s an important feedback loop at work here, an upward spiral between your social and your physical well-being."
Since taking a course with Dr. Frederickson earlier this year I have been struck by this idea of micro-moments. I've seen it play out in my work over the years with teams and groups globally. As written above, the micro-moments, or nanoseconds of deep connection amongst team members, can have significant impact for leaders. Over the last six months I have been checking in anecdotally with leaders and coaches who work with teams to hear what they have noticed about these micro-moments. The idea of micro-moments is extremely appealing in today's rushed world. It's also gotten people excited about spending more time to focus in on these short conversations with their teams - individually and collectively.
My question to you today is "What micro-moments have created a tidal wave for your team?" What have been those watershed moments where looking back, things took a significant turn. And recall, teams don't move quickly. It is often these small changes that make a big difference.
Please share your thoughts!
Jennifer
Jennifer Britton
Potentials Realized | Coaching Team Leaders
Coaching Skills Training | Leadership Development | Teamwork
Growing Team Leaders, One Conversation at a Time(TM)
Contact us to discuss coaching or performance needs for your and your team
Phone: (416)996-8326
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