170 - Psychological Safety: The soil, not the seed with Romy Alexandra (Part 2)

Psychological safety rose on a wave of popularity in recent years. It became the flavour of the month and everyone had an idea about how to ‘add it’ into workshops.But psychological safety is the bedrock of successful workshops, not an optional bolt-on. When we see at as an added extra, not an essential foundation, we discredit the group and risk the success of their workshop.Join me and Romy Alexandra for a deep dive into the meaning of psychological safety, what we each have to give to receive it, and the challenges it can present in workshops of all shapes and sizes.Find out about:Why psychological safety is the foundation of workshops, not a late additionHow vulnerability connects to psychological safetyWhy facilitators who don’t know everything are more likely to succeedHow Romy overcomes her urge to add more content than the workshop’s timing allowsHow to use our natural preference for meaning-making to create connectionWhy Romy wants more curiosity and less transaction in workshopsDon’t miss the next episode: subscribe to the show with your favourite podcast player.And download the free 1-page summary, so you can always have the key points of this episode to hand.LinksConnect to Romy:On LinkedInSupport the Show.**Click here to navigate through all episodes via this interactive podcast map.**If you're inspired by our podcast and crave similar conversations, consider joining Dr Myriam Hadnes' NeverDoneBefore Facilitation Community. **If you're keen to master the art of facilitation, discover our expert-led live, online Facilitation Courses at the NDB Academy. **If you enjoy the show, consider a one-off donation and contribute to the ongoing costs of running the podcast.

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