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Darren Stehle

Darren Stehle

Montreal
You make a real difference in the world every time you stand up courageously and proudly for what you know is right, ethically supporting a common humanity of dignity and equity.
02
Dec
“Simplicity is the last step of art and the beginning of nature.”

“Simplicity is the last step of art and the beginning of nature.”

Thoughts on the nature of creative expression.
2 min read
30
Nov
The Challenge of Critical Thinking: Why Stress Hijacks Our Rational Brain

The Challenge of Critical Thinking: Why Stress Hijacks Our Rational Brain

Stress, emotion, and the ability to take an ethical, rational stand for what you know is right.
1 min read
26
Nov
The Space Between Emotion and Reason: How Equanimity Transforms Leadership

The Space Between Emotion and Reason: How Equanimity Transforms Leadership

How do you practice having a reasoned response instead of an immediate (often angry) reaction to events or what people
1 min read
22
Nov
Happiness Should Not Be the Goal for Change Makers and Leaders

Happiness Should Not Be the Goal for Change Makers and Leaders

Happiness is a byproduct of doing things that are aligned with what’s deeply meaningful to you, that brings you fulfillment through pursuing your purpose or mission.
2 min read
19
Nov
What Is It You’re Not Seeing Because You’ve Never Questioned Why You Believe What You Believe?

What Is It You’re Not Seeing Because You’ve Never Questioned Why You Believe What You Believe?

“Holding on to beliefs limits our experience of life. That doesn't mean that beliefs or opinions or ideas
1 min read
17
Nov
What's REALLY Holding You Back From Making a Difference as a Human-Hearted Leader?

What's REALLY Holding You Back From Making a Difference as a Human-Hearted Leader?

Let's play a quick game. Take out a sheet of paper or use your notes app. Without thinking,
1 min read
14
Nov
Impatient Leaders, Weary Minds: Why Skipping Self-Care Sabotages Your Influence

Impatient Leaders, Weary Minds: Why Skipping Self-Care Sabotages Your Influence

How do you feel right now? * Do you feel physically rested, or are your thoughts confused, leaving you with a
3 min read
07
Nov
Why Anger Is Selfish — How to Lead From Unconscious Goodness Instead

Why Anger Is Selfish — How to Lead From Unconscious Goodness Instead

For many of us, the results of the election in the United States on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 were disheartening.
1 min read
31
Aug
If You Don’t FEEL Well, You Can’t LEAD Well

If You Don’t FEEL Well, You Can’t LEAD Well

Change-Leadership Supports Part 2 — Love (again!), Empathy, Actualization, and Direction.
3 min read
21
Aug
If You Don’t FEEL Well, Can You Truly Make a Difference?

If You Don’t FEEL Well, Can You Truly Make a Difference?

Change-Leadership Supports Part 1 — Freedom, Energy, Enthusiasm, and Love
2 min read