The 15 commitments of conscious leadership outlined in the book “The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership” by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, and Kaley Warner Klemp are as follows:
- Taking Radical Responsibility: Choosing to take ownership of one’s thoughts, feelings, and actions, and not blaming others for them.
- Learning Through Curiosity: Approaching situations with an open mind and a willingness to learn from every experience.
- Feeling All Feelings: Embracing and processing all emotions, rather than suppressing or ignoring them.
- Speaking Candidly: Communicating honestly and transparently, even when it may be uncomfortable.
- Practicing Integrity: Aligning actions with values and commitments, and being true to oneself.
- Keeping Agreements: Following through on commitments and promises made to oneself and others.
- Embracing Mistakes: Seeing failures as opportunities for growth and learning.
- Making Conscious Requests: Clearly expressing needs and desires to others.
- Offering and Receiving Feedback: Providing and receiving feedback with an open mind and a willingness to improve.
- Recognizing Projection: Being aware of projecting one’s own thoughts and feelings onto others.
- Embracing Change: Being adaptable and open to new possibilities and opportunities.
- Finding Goodness: Seeing the positive aspects in oneself and others.
- Living in Appreciation: Cultivating gratitude and appreciation for the present moment.
- Balancing Connection and Autonomy: Finding the right balance between independence and interdependence in relationships.
- Embodying Play and Rest: Making time for relaxation, fun, and rejuvenation in addition to work and responsibilities.
These commitments serve as guiding principles for leaders to cultivate self-awareness, authenticity, and conscious decision-making in their personal and professional lives.
Here are some quotes from “The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership” by Jim Dethmer, Diana Chapman, and Kaley Warner Klemp:
- “When we face our fears, we become fearless.”
- “True leaders take radical responsibility for the world they see.”
- “In conscious leadership, we don’t blame others for the way we feel.”
- “Our external world is a reflection of our internal state.”
- “Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.”
- “We can’t be curious and defensive at the same time.”
- “The more we own our projections, the less they own us.”
- “The path of leadership is paved with the willingness to be uncomfortable.”
- “Authenticity is a practice, not a destination.”
- “The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives.”
- “Leadership is not about being perfect. It’s about being authentic.”
These quotes reflect the core principles and themes of conscious leadership, emphasizing self-awareness, responsibility, authenticity, and the importance of relationships and personal growth.