Ways of Thinking

Integrative thinking is a field that was developed by Graham Douglas in 1986.[1][2][3] It is defined as the process of integrating intuition, reason, and imagination in a human mind to develop a holistic continuum of strategy, tactics, action, review, and evaluation.

We joke about that story with each other all the time……. and honestly I can’t help but think of it right now, as I kind of look back on the season we had. Like — I can’t help but think of how so much of what we’ve built here with the Pacers, it’s based on this low-profile, no-ego, almost anonymous vibe: whether it’s our Player Relations VP being mistaken for “T.J.’s mom,” because she showed me so much support … or it’s guys in our rotation being mistaken for “role players,” because so many of them are willing to sacrifice for team success … or it’s our city being mistaken for “small-market,” when it’s louder and tougher to play in than any big-market arena … or it’s Tyrese being mistaken for “overrated,” when he’s an absolute killer, maybe the best point guard in the world, one of the best dudes in the league, and without a doubt a future NBA champion.  I’m not sure if that vibe is why we’ve been successful — but I do think it’s part of it. And I hope there’s some comfort in that, especially as we look forward to next season, and have to hear about how our “window is closed” or whatever. I mean..... maybe it is?? I guess it could be. This is a tough f***ing league.

Inquiry-based learning (also spelled as enquiry-based learning in British English)[a] is a form of active learning that starts by posing questions, problems or scenarios. It contrasts with traditional education, which generally relies on the teacher presenting facts and their knowledge about the subject. Inquiry-based learning is often assisted by a facilitator rather than a lecturer. Inquirers will identify and research issues and questions to develop knowledge or solutions. Inquiry-based learning includes problem-based learning, and is generally used in small-scale investigations and projects, as well as research.[2] The inquiry-based instruction is principally very closely related to the development and practice of thinking and problem-solving skills.[3]

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"Omoiyari" (思いやり) is a Japanese concept that translates to "consideration" or "empathy" in English, but it encompasses a deeper meaning of proactively anticipating and attending to the needs of others, even before they are explicitly expressed. It's a form of selfless compassion that involves putting oneself in another person's shoes and acting in a way that promotes their comfort, ease, or happiness.

We have to begin our day with a sense of urgency and continue on through the rest of it with that same drive. It is a reminder for us to push ourselves—for the need to be organized and focused so that we are able to complete our job and the ones following it successfully.

Griots are keepers of their community's history and culture, passing down knowledge through spoken word, song, and music.

A group agreement, also known as a group contract or community agreement, is a set of guidelines or rules created by a group to help them interact effectively and respectfully.

They want to be proud of what they build and who they build it with.  You can’t fake that. You have to design for it.