Taken from an email from the globaloneness project.
The ancient Chinese hexagram for crisis means both danger and opportunity. But what determines the outcome? Is it in our hands? Do we have the power to choose?
Danger naturally focuses our minds and when faced with it we instinctively contract, withdraw, or pull-in to protect and defend. Individuals do it, and so do countries.
The Questions:
1) Have you ever been fearful in a situation that led to a new opportunity? Describe what that was like. How can you recognize the difference between something radically new wanting to emerge and a situation that is essentially harmful.
2) With the economic downturn causing great financial uncertainty, this winter is bringing stress to many people. What opportunities do you see emerging in this time of crisis?
3) Following the recent US election, hope for change is sweeping the world. What changes do you see on the horizon? How much is change dependent on our leadership? Is this a time to reexamine leadership?
4) Embracing unilateralism, the US has been going it alone for a long time, but we [have] a leader who embraces cooperation and communication. Do you believe the world is ready to work in this new way? Are new values emerging in leadership around the globe?