Unlocking the 4th Cornerstone of Well-Being: Courage

Thursday, 1/9, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm

Join us for an immersive session on “Courage” , the 4th of the Five C’s of well-Being: Contentment, Calmness, Compassion, Courage, and Clarity. These are states of Being and form the foundation of psychological balance, emotional wellness, and mental clarity, leading to a life filled with happiness, fulfillment, and purpose.
unlocking 4th cornerstone of wellbeing courage. Session is Jan 9th at noon over zoom.

Courage is the mental or moral strength to take action in the face of danger, difficulty, uncertainty, or pain without being overcome by fear. It involves the willingness to confront challenges, stand up for one’s beliefs, or take risks, even when the outcome is uncertain or when doing so requires significant personal sacrifice.
In day to day life,, courage manifests through behaviors and decisions that reflect integrity, accountability, and a commitment to growth and ethical action. Here are some ways it is demonstrated:

1. Speaking up

  • Addressing Unethical Behavior: Reporting misconduct, even when it may lead to backlash or discomfort.
  • Challenging the Status Quo: Voicing concerns or proposing new ideas, even if they go against established practices or leadership opinions.

2. Taking Responsibility

  • Admitting Mistakes: Owning up to errors rather than shifting blame to others.
  • Learning from Feedback: Accepting and acting on constructive criticism to improve performance.

3. Making Tough Decisions

  • Prioritizing Integrity Over Popularity: Making decisions that align with organizational values, even if they are unpopular or difficult.
  • Managing Conflict: Addressing interpersonal issues directly and professionally to resolve disagreements constructively

4. Pursuing Innovation and Risk

  • Embracing Uncertainty: Taking calculated risks for growth or improvement despite fear of failure.
  • Advocating for Change: Being a champion for transformation and challenging outdated processes.

5. Supporting Others

  • Defending Colleagues: Standing up for team members when they are treated unfairly.
  • Providing Honest Feedback: Offering constructive input, even when it’s uncomfortable, to help others grow.

6. Persevering Through Challenges

  • Resilience in Adversity: Staying committed and optimistic in the face of setbacks.
  • Leading by Example: Demonstrating calmness and confidence during crises to inspire others.

Courage in the workplace fosters an environment of trust, innovation, and accountability, ultimately contributing to both individual and organizational success.

In this session, you’ll learn practical strategies to act with Courage even in circumstances that are intimidating. Courage fosters confidence, innovation and risk taking. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore this foundational cornerstone of well-being though in depth discussions and insights from meditation.

The session is Remote over Zoom and upon registration you will have the Zoom MeetingId and Passcode

Session Details


Location:
Remote, Zoom Remote
, Off Campus (view map) pop up map

Session level: All
Sponsor(s): ITS Teaching and Learning
Presenter(s): Pushyami Gundala

This session is currently Open.