Savor the World Essays

Essays by Lisa Bennett on how good people rise to great challenges in tough times.

Savor the World explores how we can stay clear, present, and able to act amid rapid change, uncertainty, and repeated setbacks. These pieces examine the stories that shape what we believe is possible, the capacities that help us meet pressure, and the role of wonder and savoring in sustaining engagement with the people, places, and purposes we care about.

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How to Lead (and Live) with Courage and Compassion

Leading with courage and compassion may sound like a no-brainer. Who wouldn’t want to be seen as brave and kind? Yet truly courageous leadership—whether at work, in our communities, or at home—is harder than it looks. In this essay, we’ll explore what gets in the way of courageous, compassionate leadership and how understanding the six types of courage can help each of us strengthen our capacity to lead and live with integrity in uncertain times.

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