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“One of the most difficult things is not to change society, but to change yourself.”  Nelson Mandela.  I have read “Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela” twice. I also have it on my phone as an audio file. I listen to it as much as I listen to Dr. Donna Hicks’ bookContinue reading “Dignity: The Journey Continues “

Dr. Donna Hicks, PhD, in her book Leading with Dignity: How to Create a Culture that Brings Out the Best in People, writes about the three connections of dignity. These three connections play a significant role in our dignity journey. She characterizes these three connections as connecting to our own dignity, connecting to the dignityContinue reading “Dignity: Community Strong “

There are times when I sit down in front of the computer, and I am challenged on what to say on Fridays. It happens from time to time that I do not know what to say that is a wonderful thing. It allows me to reflect on the past week and it gives me theContinue reading “Dignity: “Was Blind But Now I See” “

First, I want to send my thoughts and prayers to all those affected by Hurricane Fiona, and I also want to keep in my thoughts all those who have family and friends who were affected by the devastating storm which is just five years after Hurricane Maria which many places are still recovering from. Also,Continue reading “Dignity: The Young will Lead “

I have learned that when you are able to connect to your own dignity, the dignity of others, and the dignity to something higher it can open new doors for you. Dr. Donna Hicks in her book Leading with Dignity calls these the 3 connections of dignity. I have done my best to honor dignityContinue reading “Dignity: Open Your Heart “

Understanding: “Believe that what others think matters; give them the chance to explain their perspectives and express their point of view: actively listen in order to understand them.” Donna Hicks PhD, Leading with Dignity: How to create a Culture that Brings Out the Best in people  We all have biases and when we recognize thatContinue reading “Dignity: Biases are Dignity Killers”

Independence: “Empower people to act on their own behalf so that they feel in control of their lives and experience a sense of hope and possibility.” Donna Hicks PhD, Leading with Dignity: How to Create a Culture that Brings Out the Best in People.  Of all the elements of dignity, independence is the one IContinue reading “Dignity: The Voice of Independence “

Accountability/Righting the Wrong: “Take responsibility for your actions; apologize if you have violated another person’s dignity; make a commitment to change hurtful behavior.”  Dr. Donna Hicks PhD, Leading with Dignity: How to Create a Culture that Brings Out the Best in People  I want to share with you a story about two people who were able to bury theContinue reading “Dignity: The Handshake”

Acknowledgment: “Give people your full attention by listening, hearing, validating, and responding to their concerns, feelings, and experiences.”- Dr. Donna Hicks PhD, Dignity Its Essential Role in resolving Conflict.  I have a friend who would often say negative things about themselves. When they did, I would come back with a positive comment thinking that IContinue reading “Dignity: Listen and You will Hear “

I have been writing about dignity since July of 2020. I was introduced to dignity and the Dignity Model by my colleague, former Chief of Diversity & Inclusion at Baystate and who is now the Chief Inclusion & Equity Officer at GBH in Boston. Yemisi Oloruntola-Coates. She introduced me to the book written by Donna HicksContinue reading “Dignity: Own Your Actions”