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What does synergy imply about the relationship between parts working together?
What does synergy imply about the relationship between parts working together?
What is a necessary personal quality for embracing the creative process of synergy?
What is a necessary personal quality for embracing the creative process of synergy?
Why is synergy considered the highest activity in life?
Why is synergy considered the highest activity in life?
In what sense can plants exhibit synergy when grown together?
In what sense can plants exhibit synergy when grown together?
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What mindset is required to explore the new possibilities that synergy brings?
What mindset is required to explore the new possibilities that synergy brings?
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What is the essence of synergy in personal interactions?
What is the essence of synergy in personal interactions?
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What can be a consequence of experiencing synergy in family life?
What can be a consequence of experiencing synergy in family life?
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How does synergistic communication differ from traditional communication?
How does synergistic communication differ from traditional communication?
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What is one major barrier individuals face in experiencing synergy?
What is one major barrier individuals face in experiencing synergy?
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What is a key characteristic of a classroom that successfully fosters synergy?
What is a key characteristic of a classroom that successfully fosters synergy?
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What motivated the group to create a book about their learnings on leadership?
What motivated the group to create a book about their learnings on leadership?
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What was a key factor contributing to the formation of a synergistic culture in the group?
What was a key factor contributing to the formation of a synergistic culture in the group?
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How did the author describe the early moments of synergy during workshops?
How did the author describe the early moments of synergy during workshops?
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How did participants react during the corporate mission statement creation process?
How did participants react during the corporate mission statement creation process?
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What role did empathy play in the synergy experienced by the group?
What role did empathy play in the synergy experienced by the group?
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What was the result of the synergistic process in creating the corporate mission statement?
What was the result of the synergistic process in creating the corporate mission statement?
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What was the traditional approach to meetings prior to the implementation of synergy?
What was the traditional approach to meetings prior to the implementation of synergy?
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What was one of the major outcomes of implementing creative synergy in the meetings?
What was one of the major outcomes of implementing creative synergy in the meetings?
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What does win/lose communication often lead to?
What does win/lose communication often lead to?
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Which of the following best describes the synergistic approach to communication?
Which of the following best describes the synergistic approach to communication?
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What is represented by the phrase '1 + 1 may equal 8, 16, or even 1,600' in the context of synergy?
What is represented by the phrase '1 + 1 may equal 8, 16, or even 1,600' in the context of synergy?
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What is an essential aspect of the 'Emotional Bank Account' created by David Lilienthal?
What is an essential aspect of the 'Emotional Bank Account' created by David Lilienthal?
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What is a key characteristic of respectful communication?
What is a key characteristic of respectful communication?
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Which of these statements accurately reflects the potential challenges of recreating past synergistic experiences?
Which of these statements accurately reflects the potential challenges of recreating past synergistic experiences?
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What is the main issue with highly dependent people when faced with interdependent realities?
What is the main issue with highly dependent people when faced with interdependent realities?
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Which brain function is primarily engaged when solving problems that require creativity?
Which brain function is primarily engaged when solving problems that require creativity?
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What does the concept of 'synergy' emphasize in relationships?
What does the concept of 'synergy' emphasize in relationships?
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What behavior does the husband exhibit during the lunch discussion that reflects dependency on his logical thinking?
What behavior does the husband exhibit during the lunch discussion that reflects dependency on his logical thinking?
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Which of the following statements best captures the essence of Win/Win techniques?
Which of the following statements best captures the essence of Win/Win techniques?
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What is a key result of being principle-centered in relationships?
What is a key result of being principle-centered in relationships?
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What leads to the ineffective compromise between the husband and wife in their vacation plans?
What leads to the ineffective compromise between the husband and wife in their vacation plans?
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What does the term 'third alternative' refer to in the context of the couple's communication?
What does the term 'third alternative' refer to in the context of the couple's communication?
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What principle is emphasized as necessary for achieving synergy in the couple’s situation?
What principle is emphasized as necessary for achieving synergy in the couple’s situation?
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What impact does a high Emotional Bank Account have on the couple's situation?
What impact does a high Emotional Bank Account have on the couple's situation?
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Why do the husband and wife initially feel guilty about their compromise?
Why do the husband and wife initially feel guilty about their compromise?
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What is the essential difference between a compromise and a synergistic solution?
What is the essential difference between a compromise and a synergistic solution?
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Which of the following statements best captures the concept of synergy in the couple's communication?
Which of the following statements best captures the concept of synergy in the couple's communication?
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What attitude should the couple ideally embody to communicate more effectively?
What attitude should the couple ideally embody to communicate more effectively?
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What is meant by 'the middle way' in the context of the couple's negotiation?
What is meant by 'the middle way' in the context of the couple's negotiation?
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Flashcards
Synergy
Synergy
The combined action of separate elements exceeding the sum of their individual effects; the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
Synergy as a Relationship
Synergy as a Relationship
The interaction and connection between parts of a system are a critical element in achieving synergy, almost like a catalyst.
Principle-centered leadership/parenting
Principle-centered leadership/parenting
Leadership or parenting based on ethical principles, creating unity and unleashing potential.
Creative process as challenging
Creative process as challenging
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Synergy in Nature
Synergy in Nature
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Synergy in Family Life
Synergy in Family Life
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Synergistic Communication
Synergistic Communication
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Synergy in a Classroom
Synergy in a Classroom
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Synergy as Creative Force
Synergy as Creative Force
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Synergy vs. Personal Defense
Synergy vs. Personal Defense
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Synergy in Learning
Synergy in Learning
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Synergistic Culture
Synergistic Culture
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Authenticity in Communication
Authenticity in Communication
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Creative Synergy
Creative Synergy
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Avoiding Synergy Inhibitors
Avoiding Synergy Inhibitors
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Synergy in Business
Synergy in Business
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Interdependence
Interdependence
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Win/Win
Win/Win
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Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood
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Intrapersonal Synergy
Intrapersonal Synergy
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Right Brain vs. Left Brain
Right Brain vs. Left Brain
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Win/Lose Communication
Win/Lose Communication
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Respectful Communication
Respectful Communication
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Compromise in Communication
Compromise in Communication
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Emotional Bank Account
Emotional Bank Account
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High Trust Environment
High Trust Environment
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Nonprotective Interaction
Nonprotective Interaction
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Synergistic Experience
Synergistic Experience
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Third Alternative
Third Alternative
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Emotional Bank Account (EBA)
Emotional Bank Account (EBA)
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Seek First to Understand
Seek First to Understand
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Empathy
Empathy
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Values
Values
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Concerns
Concerns
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Compromise
Compromise
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Transformation
Transformation
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Study Notes
Synergy: Principles of Creative Cooperation
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Synergy defined: The whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Relationships between parts are catalytic, empowering, unifying, and exciting.
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Synergy as a leadership principle: Synergy is essential for principle-centered leadership and parenting, catalyzing and unleashing potential. Essential habits prepare individuals to achieve synergy.
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Synergy's power in nature: Exampled in nature's interconnectedness; two plants close together improve soil quality. Two pieces of wood hold more combined than separately. One plus one equals three or more.
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Creative process as a challenge: The creative process is inherently unpredictable, demanding internal security to handle potential dangers and challenges. Requires venturing into the unknown, embracing discovery.
Synergistic Communication
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Characterized by openness: Opening minds and hearts to new possibilities, fulfilling a desire for improvement. Not sure of the end result – but believing a better outcome is attainable.
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Seeking mutual learning: Communication with the belief that insightful learning from others will lead to better insights and further growth.
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Importance of trust: Trust is necessary for synergistic communication, fostering openness, a feeling of security, and adventure. Lack of trust leads to defensive or protective behaviours, hindering growth and potential.
Synergy in Diverse Settings
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Classroom synergy: Great classes can operate on the edge of chaos, inviting openness and enabling brainstorming. Subordinating evaluation to creativity fosters intellectual networking.
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Family life: Valuing differences, building strengths while compensating for weaknesses, especially in relationships, like husband and wife, can lead to synergy. Third alternatives are possible. The relationship itself is a source of synergy.
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Business synergy: Synergistic problem-solving in business creating mission statements, leading meetings. Ex: Transforming a traditional planning meeting from a Win/Lose mindset to synergistic solutions: Trust, Empathy, Understanding, creative problem-solving. The mission statement empowered the corporate workforce.
Synergy and Communication
- Trust Levels: High trust communication creates Win/Win solutions better than originally proposed and a mutually beneficial relationship.
- Respectful communication: A less-trust phase respects disagreements but avoids overly emotional confrontation.
- Compromise communication: A form of Win/Win, but less creative; a 1 + 1 = 1.5 result
- Communication based on trust enables new insights, options, and alternatives.
Fishing for the Third Alternative
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Conflict Resolution: illustrates importance of finding third alternative to meet conflicting needs (e.g., vacation plans).
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Negative Synergy: Negative energy is created when people try to solve problems in a non-cooperative manner. Fear, dishonesty, protecting one's position stifles synergy.
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Intrapersonal Synergy: Internal synergy is essential for interpersonal synergy, relying on Habits 1, 2, and 3; providing stability and security necessary to embrace the risks that openness demands. Integrating left-brain logic with right-brain intuition.
Valuing Differences
- Acknowledging Different Perspectives: Importance of acknowledging and valuing diverse perspectives and interpretations of reality.
- "The Animal School" fable: Illustrates how valuing differences can unlock unique potential/creative solutions and how rigid, single-minded approaches can stifle growth
Force Field Analysis
- Negative Forces: Driving and restraining forces must be considered when trying to achieve a state of new equilibrium. Driving forces are positive, reasonable, conscious, and economic. Restraining forces can be negative, emotional, illogical, unconscious, and social.
- Transforming Restraining Forces: Use synergy to transform restraining forces into driving forces. Make the change the common goal of all involved to enhance change and creativity
Synergy and Communication
- Application of Principles: Focuses on methods for applying synergy principles to personal and business interactions.
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Explore the concept of synergy and its significance in leadership, nature, and the creative process. This quiz delves into how relationships and interconnectedness can amplify potential and innovation. Participate to discover how synergy can transform interactions and foster growth.