Culture Quote by J.R. Woodward
““Culture is like gravity. We never talk about it, except in physics classes. We don’t include gravity in our weekly planning processes. No one gets up thinking about how gravity will affect their day. However, gravity impacts us in everything we do, every day. Like gravity, the culture of a congregation can either pull people down to their base instincts or lift people up to their sacred potential. We create culture, and culture re-creates us.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Leadership Conference, 2018
Culture operates like gravity, an invisible force shaping behavior; it can either constrain or elevate individuals depending on how it’s cultivated.
In simple terms: Culture influences actions like gravity.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate uplifting culture.
Themes
culture
influence
potential
leadership
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- church services
- company onboarding
Key Concepts
social dynamics
organizational behavior
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to lift your community’s culture?
- How do you measure cultural impact?
A Different Perspective
Culture can be resistant to change despite intent.
