Listen "progress & pushback: understanding resistance to change"
Episode Synopsis
In every era, meaningful progress faces systematic resistance. From women's suffrage to corporate diversity initiatives, from civil rights to digital equity - the pattern remains consistent: significant change triggers significant pushback.In this episode, Lifestyle Architect Leanne Mair examines why resistance to progress isn't just a reaction - it's a revealing pattern about power, change, and system preservation.Through examples spanning technology, politics, and business, we explore:- The predictable patterns of resistance to change - How pushback often signals effective transformation - Why understanding resistance is key to designing solutions - The connection between progress and power - Strategic approaches to navigating systemic challenges - Frameworks for protecting and sustaining progress - The role of collective action in system changeWhether you're leading organizational change, driving social progress, or navigating personal transformation, this episode offers strategic insights into understanding and addressing the inevitable pushback that comes with meaningful progress.Join for a deeper examination of how understanding resistance patterns can help us design more effective paths to change.
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