In this episode, we discuss the concept of disposition, which refers to preferred behaviors that are often exhibited without conscious thought. We explore various dispositional modes of response, including extroversion and introversion, fight-or-flight responses, risk-taking versus risk-assessing, and accepting versus controlling. We emphasize the importance of self-awareness regarding one's disposition and how understanding it can lead to greater versatility and effectiveness in different situations.
One of the key takeaways from the episode is that disposition is closely tied to unconscious affect, or the feelings and sensory experiences associated with certain behaviors. We also touch on the idea of "flow," a state of heightened focus and skill in a particular task, and how it differs from disposition in terms of the conscious application of learned skills. The episode highlights the significance of understanding and recognizing one's disposition to become a more effective leader and adapt to different situations.
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See below for more information and references to articles, books, and topics discussed in this Podcast.
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Achieve Leadership Genius Book – https://amzn.to/3Sbts7S
The Leader Within Book -- https://amzn.to/4919H9j
“Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience” by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi -- https://amzn.to/3MnvLBi
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