What we do know – which we always do – is that there is power in community.

When we can pause amidst the swirl, honestly identify what’s working, what’s not, and where to adjust, we can then smartly identify and realize a desired future.

We must know that during the darkest times there is light, that to know the light we must understand what the dark is and use that to propel us forward, to create change and a new path.

Simply put, values are what matter to us. They are our guiding principles, our true north. They are full of data for us – not only what matters to us and how to guide us, but also as early warning signs when we are slipping out of our values or find ourselves upset.

We know brave lives bring forth dusty, dirty, often mighty falls. Yet when we fall, know that we can learn or already have the tools and support to rise from the fall.

If we want to have a meaningful life and career, filled with love and care, grief in all its forms is unavoidable. It’s the price we pay for connection and living.

As we deepen our knowledge and awareness, we peel back additional layers of the proverbial onion, realizing that we have only begun to scratch the surface.

And we are doubling down on our continued commitment to be a catalyst for curiosity and courage, to challenge our assumptions, and build brave and compassionate relationships. "Together" doesn't happen without this commitment.

Leaning on self-compassion and allowing us to try it out, fail, fall down, and rise again. Those are the hallmarks of adaptive, brave, and resilient communities and leaders.

We are at our best when we put our value system front and center, and let that guide us. For us here at MP6, those values are authenticity, connection, and generosity.

Digging into all the places that have discomfort and pain and staying curious about what there is to learn from them.

One of the most common topics that arises in leadership development and coaching is having difficult conversations. How do we have them? How can we plan to say something so that the other person won’t react negatively? What happens if we screw it up?