by Christine Pienaar | Apr 20, 2022
In many ways the opposite of well-being is stress. Research shows that stress can have a significant negative effect on the body. But the impact goes far beyond the body. A work environment that doesn’t foster well-being generally prioritises output over people,...
by Christine Pienaar | Apr 20, 2022
“Vulnerability is based on mutuality and requires boundaries and trust” (Brown, 2012). Without vulnerability we can’t truly experience belonging, courage, compassion, or connection. How could we if we haven’t shared our true selves? All we know is that our...
by Christine Pienaar | Apr 20, 2022
Trust is the foundation of “mutual faithfulness” on which all social relationships depend (Lewis & Weigert, 1985). Thus the degree and quality of trust impacts relational stability. Three main components of trust are predictability, dependability and faith (Rempel...
by Christine Pienaar | Apr 20, 2022
High EQ is a strong predictor of teamwork. This is because many of the skills required to operate successfully in, and as a team, are EQ competencies. Individuals with high EQ tend to be better at communicating their ideas, intentions and goals. They are better at...
by Christine Pienaar | Apr 20, 2022
Social responsibility “reflects behaviours of willingly contributing to society, to one’s social groups, and generally to the welfare of others. It includes acting responsibly, having a social consciousness and showing concern for the greater community” (Fernandez et...