Architecture in ACTion: Impactful Mind Skills for Tech Leaders
summary
Argues that growing a measurable “psychological flexibility” muscle improves technical leadership and resilience, built from three pillars: awareness, authentic actions, and change willingness. Offers concrete tools: a one‑page reflection canvas to separate observations from judgments and generate options, a team-ready change of perspectives canvas, the Stoic-derived circle of influence, and simple practices (switch off notifications, a daily five‑minute pause). Claims regular use increases circle of control/influence, reduces recurring conflict and cognitive load, and yields clearer, more intentional decisions — homework and cheat sheets provided to practice over months.
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chapters (7)
- 0:00Introduction to psychological flexibility
- 3:18Meaning making and relational webs
- 9:01Reflection in work environments
- 17:42Three pillars of psychological flexibility
- 26:37Team perspective tools
- 31:39Change of perspectives canvas
- 39:25Q&A on cultural challenges
