Author Archives: Lelie Jan

Life is inherently paradoxical, among others. Specifically amongst others. Change is the only outcome of paradox and paradoxically change is a paradox too. What we can see, is people trying to “solve” paradoxes, paradoxes like I and other (“individuality, identity, … Continue reading →

Wrote a page on facts, fiction and the use of language. https://www.mindatwork.nl/facilitation-guru/facts-or-fiction-yes/

I have accepted the position of facilitation.guru. Open all our hours for your question on facilitating groups, events and change. I cannot make life easier, but lighter must be attainable. Please visit the page facilitation-guru

In theory, theory and practice are the same. In practice, they are not. – A. Einstein. In most cases, a difference between theory and practice is being ignored. Sometimes the facts are blamed. “We need more research”. Or we could … Continue reading →

In my opinion, there is no definitive definition of facilitation. Its definition depends on context: situation, group and requirements. This is true for every concept, but because facilitation is about the creation of meaning – once you know the meaning … Continue reading →

Nicholas C. Westbury posted a question in Systems Thinking Network. What is your perspective on ‘relationships’ ? As a facilitative facilitator, I was drawn to this question. Here is my reply (with some comments between { [and even highlights] }): … Continue reading →

Commenting on a Pulse by Ruben van der Laan, it occurred to me, there is a distinction between being in a meeting and having a meeting. In every meeting you attend, you’re having both: you’re having a meeting and are … Continue reading →