Awareness Quote by Margaret J. Wheatley
“No longer in a relational universe, can we study anything as separate from ourselves. Our acts of observation are part of the process that brings forth the manifestation of what we are observing.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Leadership and the New Science, Margaret J. Wheatley, 1992
Our observations influence reality; we cannot separate the observer from the observed.
In simple terms: We shape what we see.
Key Takeaway
Recognize your role in creating outcomes.
Themes
interconnectedness
observation
responsibility
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- research design
- policy analysis
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
systems theory
constructivism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your perspective change outcomes?
- Can you separate bias from observation?
A Different Perspective
Assumes all contexts are equally interactive, which may not hold.
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