Welcome to Part 1 of Service Without Sacrifice, where we're diving into the delicate interplay between the narratives that shape us and those we've survived, with my esteemed guest and long time friend, Shana Hormann. Shana is an organizational consultant and professor with over 25 years experience as organizational consultant and professor. In this episode, we focus on Part 1 of my book, “Tell Me My Story - Challenging the Narrative of Service Before Self,” exploring the beliefs and experiences that craft our identities and actions. We discuss brave spaces, where vulnerability and courage intersect, the unspoken impact of generational trauma on individuals and workplaces, and the nuances of addressing personal trauma within professional environments. Thank you for joining us in this profound conversation about the complexities of service, trauma, and the power of human resilience.
Highlights from the Episode:
Generational trauma can have a profound, often unrecognized impact on individuals and their workplace dynamics. We must remember that “being human is messy, and serving humans is messier.”
Persistence is a key theme in overcoming life's challenges and is deeply rooted in family and early experiences.
Creating brave spaces is essential for fostering vulnerability and courage, and allowing for personal and collective growth.
Shana often asks people: “What drew you here? What drew you to this work?” and has learned that people are rarely asked, but this kind of storytelling and connection in the workplace can lead to healing and improved organizational health.
"When we choose not to acknowledge the challenges in the work or the impact that it has on staff, those now become new shaping stories," Shana acknowledges how organizational trauma can prevent the perpetuation of harmful cycles and promote a healthier work environment.
Service without self-sacrifice involves honoring one's own joy, beauty, and sacredness while engaging in meaningful work. Shana says she is “...very grateful for the language. Service without self-sacrifice."
Resources
Brave Space by Beth Strano
What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo
Shana Hormann on the web | LinkedIn
Organizational Trauma and Healing by Pat Vivian and Shana Hormann
Dimple Dhabalia on the web | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Substack
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Part 1 | Shaping - Featuring Shana Hormann