Eat Or Be Eaten

We all need safe spaces. 


In our world today, it’s rare to find them. And it shouldn’t be.


There’s a way to create spaces in which we all can feel seen, heard and understood. 


And it ticks me off that more care isn’t put into creating those spaces in our workplaces. 


Corporations are choosing to spend big bucks on “corporate wellness” and yet our workforce is even more burned out, more stressed and more sick than ever before!!!


I believe one of the biggest reasons these wellness tactics don’t work is because we don’t feel safe.


I hear office stories that sound more like a big game safari hunt than a workplace. 


Leaders and co-workers stalking their prey… waiting for any sign of weakness before they attack. 


It drives me mad that you’re not able to just show up as yourself and know that what you say and do won’t be held against you. 


I’ve been creating safe spaces since I was in junior high school, when I became a peer counselor. My school created a private (and very hip) space under the stairwells so that students could just show up and talk. As a peer counselor, I knew there was nothing wrong with these kids who came to me. They just wanted to share with an understanding, non judgmental peer. 


Now, as a leadership and life balance coach to high achieving women, I’ve continued to create safe spaces during The Pause Retreat. 


It’s not a fluke that The Pause attendees, who began as complete strangers, are able to warm up, drop their invisible shields to engage in real, rich conversations within 10 minutes of meeting each other. 


Here’s what’s needed to create safe spaces:


Extend The Invitation: Connect with each group member individually before getting together.

Prepare The Table: Take care to assure the physical space is comfortable, warm and inviting.

Savor The Moment: Being fully present allows you to adjust and pivot the agenda, according to the needs of the group at the moment.

Hold Space for The Group: Accept what is, without judgment. Be transparent to grow the group, not your ego.


I’m curious. What do YOU feel needs to be present for a space to feel emotionally safe for you?


You don’t have to ‘Eat Or Be Eaten’ in order to live and lead to your highest potential. I’d love to show you how. 


Just call me, 
~Lisa 
612-702-9848